The city of Exeter
A great place to live
The University’s Streatham Campus is one of the most beautiful in the country. The campus’ lakes, parkland, sculpture trail and gardens, including a registered Botanic Garden, create a unique environment in which to study. All of the teaching buildings together with the Sports Park, the library, the shopping centre, restaurants, cafés and bars are conveniently located within easy walking distance of each other so time and money are not wasted travelling around. In addition the city centre is only a five minute bus ride or 15-minute walk away so you can enjoy the advantages of a campus-based university without missing out on life in the city.
City of Exeter
A safe, student-friendly city, Exeter is consistently rated as one of the best places to live in the UK for the quality of its amenities, its low crime-rate and its proximity to miles of fantastic countryside nearby. With a population of around 122,000, the city happily combines modern life with a sense of the past. Cafés, restaurants, pubs and shops mix easily with historic buildings, including the 13th century cathedral, Mol’s Coffee House and the Ship Inn – a favourite haunt of Sir Francis Drake and Sir Walter Raleigh. Although a Roman city, Exeter is not trapped in the past – major investments such as a £235 million retail centre with over 60 new shops and restaurants, has confirmed Exeter’s place as the South West’s major shopping destination.
The South West
The South West is one of Europe’s top holiday destinations and a paradise for the outdoor enthusiast – University of Exeter students are able to enjoy it all year round. When you want to escape from the city, you’ll find sandy beaches and some of the most stunning countryside in Britain right on your doorstep. Exeter is just 20 minutes by train from the South Devon coast which has something for everyone, including bird watching, sailing, swimming, water-skiing, windsurfing, kite-surfing and sunbathing! Devon also has the two National Parks, Exmoor and Dartmoor, that provide exciting challenges for hikers, climbers, horse riders and cyclists. In contrast, the gentler Devon landscapes of rolling hills, rivers, picturesque villages with their traditional thatched cottages, charming inns and attractive market towns are perfect for exploring at a more leisurely pace.
Connections
A good road and rail network links Exeter with the rest of the UK. London is around two and a half hours away by direct train, or three hours by road. National Express runs a regular coach service from London and Heathrow international airport to Exeter coach station, which is a 15-minute walk from the campus. St David’s train station is a five-minute taxi ride from the campus and provides regular services to London and all major UK cities. The city also has its own regional airport with scheduled flights to Europe and around the UK.