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Follies · South West England

Catacombs

In or near Exeter.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly

Catacombs is a folly in the United Kingdom.

Church of St Michael and All Saints, Exeter - geograph.org.uk - 3867092

David P Howard — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

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 Central0.6 km
Opening
Sundays 1pm–4pm; Mondays 10am–4pm

Sources

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Frequently 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.