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Exeter Sunset Walk

Grab a bite near the memorial as the day winds down, then head to the park to catch the sun dipping below the horizon.

Best time: 20:08About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 19:23

    The Fat Pig

    Eat a meal at The Fat Pig. The rustic atmosphere fits the evening mood, and they are open until 24:00 on Saturdays.

  2. 19:48

    Bury Meadow Park

    Walk to Bury Meadow Park. It is a short seven-minute stroll from the memorial area. Find a quiet spot in the grass facing west.

  3. 20:08

    Bury Meadow Park

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WNW, which aligns perfectly with the view from this park.

  4. 20:38

    Princesshay

    End the evening by browsing the shops at Princesshay. The precinct is open late and offers a chance to unwind after the walk.

Local tip

The sun sets toward the WNW in April. Bury Meadow Park faces that direction, giving you a clear view without obstruction.

Check before you go

  • The Fat Pig is open Mo-Fr 17:00-23:00, Sa 12:00-24:00, Su 12:00-17:00.
  • Princesshay opening hours vary; check the specific shop if you plan to buy something.

Worth knowing

  • The Fat Pig is open at 19:23 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Exeter (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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