Follies · South West England
Catacombs
In or near Exeter.
Catacombs is a folly in the United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Exeter Central · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Catacombs is a folly in Devon, South-West England — built more for the eye than for any practical purpose, and a reminder of the British landscape's appetite for the eccentric. It sits within the Exeter parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Exeter Central, about 0.6 km away. Postcode area EX4.
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Official information
St Nicholas Priory is Exeter's oldest building, founded in 1087 by William the Conqueror. Visitors can explore its rich history, which includes its time as a Benedictine monastery and later as a Tudor merchant's house.
Place summary
The Catacombs is a folly located in Exeter, Devon, South-West England. This structure is notable for its unique architectural style and serves as a local point of interest. It is situated in an unparished area, contributing to the historical landscape of Exeter.
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- Coordinates
- 50.7226, -3.5363
- County
- Devon
- District
- Exeter
- Parish
- Exeter, unparished area
- Postcode
- EX4 3BH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Exeter
- Nearest railway station
- Exeter Central — 0.6 km
- Opening
- Sundays 1pm–4pm; Mondays 10am–4pm
Sources
- osm: w1282947247 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Catacombs?
- Catacombs is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode EX4 3BH), in the parish of Exeter, unparished area.
- What is Catacombs?
- Catacombs is a folly in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Catacombs?
- The nearest railway station is Exeter Central, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode EX4 3BH.
- Is Catacombs free to visit?
- Yes, Catacombs is free to enter.
- How do I get to Catacombs?
- The nearest railway station is Exeter Central, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EX4 3BH.