What is the published access information for Exeter?

Temporary market layouts, queues and street surfaces can affect access. Contact the organiser for the current step-free routes and exact accessible toilet locations.

Does a walking time establish a step-free route?

No. Walking estimates and map pins are navigation aids, not an audit of kerbs, gradients, surfaces or accessible entrances. Confirm the approach and any essential facilities before travelling.

Can I assume a hotel has a suitable accessible room?

No. Ask the property directly about the room, bathroom, entrance and any equipment you need before paying. A hotel’s location or map walking time does not establish room accessibility.

When is the market open?

13 November–13 December 2026 Monday–Wednesday 10am–7pm; Thursday–Saturday 10am–9pm; Sunday 11am–5pm.

Plan with confidence

Exeter market accessibility

Choose a comfortable route and give yourself time to enjoy the stalls.

Four of the five entrances are step-free, and ramps serve the West Front steps. There are wide paths, but slopes, cobbles and kerbed grass areas remain, and some chalets have awkward access. Accessible toilets are available at the market, with other facilities at Guildhall and Catherine Street.

Official access information / organiser enquiries

Use the Exeter map to find the arrival points, named toilet locations and Changing Places stops together. Check the street-level approach before setting off.

Open the Exeter access map

Step-free routes and surfaces

Exeter Central or Exeter St Davids; compare the walk for your arrival service.

Plan the whole journey from your station exit or parking bay to the market entrance. Choose a route you can comfortably manage in both directions, including after dark, and allow time for crossings and crowds. If you use a wheelchair or mobility scooter, ask about temporary ramps, gradients and turning space at the part of the market you want to visit.

Blue Badge parking

Compare Princesshay 2, Princesshay 3 and Guildhall, or use park and ride. Matford does not operate on Sundays or Bank Holiday Mondays. Check current Blue Badge bays, bus times and fares before choosing your route.

Check the specific bay or car park’s restrictions, permitted hours and route to the entrance. For a multi-storey, check lift availability before committing to the journey. Allow a little flexibility if a bay is occupied when you arrive.

Council parking and Blue Badge information

Accessible toilets

Accessible toilets are available at the market. Guildhall and Catherine Street provide further facilities; check their own opening times if you plan to use them.

If you need particular equipment or transfer space, ask about those details before travelling. Check any key arrangement and the closing time, especially for a late visit. Changing Places facilities have different equipment from a standard accessible toilet, so name the facility you need when making an enquiry.

Quieter times and sensory needs

An earlier weekday visit is a useful starting point for a gentler browse. Ask the market team about any relaxed sessions before choosing a fixed arrival time.

Pick a meeting point away from the busiest food queues and leave room for a break. A shorter first visit can help you decide which parts you would like to return to. If noise, lighting or waiting in line affects your visit, tell the team when arranging a session.

Assistance, companions and attractions

Use the market’s Plan Your Visit page to choose an entrance, then contact the cathedral if you need help with a particular route.

Ask about the specific ride, rink or activity you want, including any transfer and powered-wheelchair requirements. Arrange companion tickets before paying for the rest of the group, and check the assistance-dog arrangements for an indoor attraction separately from the outdoor market.