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Killerton Estate Day Out

Step into an 18th-century home preserved as a comfortable living space, featuring period rooms and a historic costume collection.

Best time: daytimeAbout 240 min

Timeline

  1. 10:00

    Killerton

    Arrive at Killerton when the estate opens. Explore the 18th-century house and view the Paulise de Bush costume collection in their period rooms. The National Trust displays the home as a comfortable residence, offering a quiet start to your day before the crowds arrive.

  2. 11:30

    Take a break for lunch or a snack. As there are no listed food or drink shops in the immediate vicinity, check the route for nearby cafes or bring a picnic to enjoy in the estate grounds.

  3. 12:30

    Killerton

    Stroll through the hillside garden and estate. The grounds offer space to wander and enjoy the countryside views just north of Exeter, concluding your visit on the quietest part of the afternoon.

Local tip

The estate is located 8 miles north of Exeter. Since there are no on-site food options listed, plan your meal timing around the opening hours and consider checking the route for nearby dining before you go.

Check before you go

  • Verify opening hours for Killerton as they may vary by season.
  • No food or drink shops are listed at the venue; bring snacks or check for nearby options.

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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