Exeter Leasing

Did You Know?

In August 1682, three women were the last to be tried for witch craft related activities. Six days after being found guilty they were hanged just outside Exeter.

Exeter is one of the oldest cities in England, with a history that is thought to date back to Celtic times. Its location at a crossing point on the River Exe appears to have been particularly strategic, acting as a gateway to the whole of the south-west of England.

During Roman occupation, the Second Augustan Legion took advantage of Exeter's location, establishing a stronghold here. Around the 2nd century AD, a wall was built to protect the army within. Consequently, Exeter acquired a certain status within the region.

During the English Civil War, Exeter was besieged twice, first in 1642 and then in 1643. Despite great opposition by Parliamentarian supporters in the city, Royalist forces finally prevailed. In the meantime, much of the city was laid waste.

The Exeter cathedral – It was established in 1050 and is one of the most visited tourist spots in the area. If you are a fan of architecture, this is the place to see. The Gothic style church is a perfect representation of England in another era. It is in the heart of the city and see if they will take you up to the roof, it’s worth it !.

Exeter is the safest place in England to drive a car. It turns out that the the roads here are as much as 50% safer than those in the rest of the country. So if you’re nervous about renting a car and driving somewhere foreign to you, fear not! This is one of the safest places to do it.

If you are out and about in Exeter you could be caught on CCTV over 300 times a day. January is officially the wettest month in Exeter, and the driest is July

Ever heard of Harry Potter? Chances are you have, since it is one of the most well-known book series in the world. The creator of Harry Potter, J.K. Rowling, hails from Exeter and received much her inspiration for the wizarding world from the city.

If you want history, consider staying in the oldest hotel in Britain. The Royal Clarence Hotel in Exeter was established in 1769 as the first hotel in the country.

The team play in EFL League One, the third tier of the English football league system. Known as "the Grecians", the origin of their nickname is subject to speculation and debate. The club is owned by the club's supporters through the Exeter City Supporters' Trust.

Exeter is the capital city of the county of Devon and is most famous for its Norman Cathedral which is constructed in the Gothic style and its beautiful canal, which leads out to the sea.