Exeter Roman Wall Trail

Exeter's Roman wall dates back to the 2nd century AD - see part of map of Roman Devon below.

The Romans named this settlement 'Flowing Water', ie Isca .

FAQs

How difficult is this walk?

This 1.5 miles walk involves some steady climbs.

Where can I park To start a walk In Exeterwall?

Any Pay & Display Car Parks in the City Centre.

How much of the Roman Wall has survived?

About 75% .
All the original city gates were dismantled in the 18th century to allow modern traffic and streets to pass through.

Can I download the Exeterwall walking routes To my GPS?

Yes. The routes have downloadable GPX files for compatible GPS devices And mobile navigation applications, as well as FIT files for compatible sports watches.

Where can I find out more about GSX or FIT files?

Check out this link.

Part of Exeter's Roman Wall

Walk Following the Exeter Wall

Difficulty:

Distance: 1.5 miles

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This easy walk passes Rougemont Castle & Cricklepit Mill, the last of the nine water mills which in the past ensured Exeter's prosperity.

The Saxons, Danes, Alfred the Great , William the Conqueror, Henry VI, Roundheads and Cavaliers all play a part in its often violent history.
During the middle ages a castle was built, now in private hands.

Do not be deterred by Shakespeare, who has KING RICHARD III saying,

'Richmond! When last I was at Exeter,
The mayor in courtesy show'd me the castle,
And call'd it Rougemont: at which name I started,
Because a bard of Ireland told me once
I should not live long after I saw Richmond.'

Information panels are positioned along the walk.

Download large map of Roman Wall Walk (pdf)

Also, see part of our specially compiled contoured map of Roman Devon showing ancient trackways/sites and Roman Roads/sites.