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Rougemont Gardens

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An ancient Roman wall accesses this former castle gardens with a monument & theatrical events. People often mention gardens, beautiful,


Address

Castle St, Exeter EX4 3PU, United Kingdom

Website

www.exeter.gov.uk

Contact

+44 1392 262630

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (95 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Thursday: 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 7 AM to 9 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Sunday: 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Monday: 7 AM to 9 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Melanie W. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely idealic and historic oasis in the middle of a busy city.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 T 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely gardens. Well maintained. Ample seating. Had a picnic here with a friend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Richard H. 2 years ago on Google
    Small gardens which would be great if better maintained! Mainly the borders that have been let go but they do have interesting and attractive plants.

  • 5/5 Kishore U. 4 years ago on Google
    "ROUGEMONT GARDENS". With history dating back to 1066, the date of the original 'gatehouse', with the "ROMAN WALL"...... The 'castle moat' has been drained, making way for 'specimen trees' of varying ages, which capture the ambient light of sunsets. With " EXETER LIBRARY" nearby, you might be offered the chance to gaze at the beautiful trees from the large balcony, whilst reading "SHAKESPEARE"......... Recordable history marks an event of trail and execution, to end acts of persecution, hatred toward others......"QUEEN ELIZABETH II" is also commerated nearby......If "MATHEMATICS" is your forte then you can take up extra tuition at the historic school.....And of course, you can walk along the paths which take the course of "ROMAN WALLS", to view the many other 'architectural wonders' of.......... "EXETER CITY", which even has modern housing for " SWIFTS" that fly 6,000 miles to be here, every summer....See if you can find "THE SWIFT VILLAGE", without asking anyone?......(an outstanding modern project to help wildlife in the 21st urban century)........" THE HISTORIC ROUGEMONT GARDENS", adjacent to the 400 year old "NORTHENHAY GARDENS".........

  • 4/5 Jamie L. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely open grass and gardens, steeped in history being the first private gardens open to the public in victorian times. Also next to the remains of exeter Castle and the city Wall.

  • 5/5 Rich S. 6 years ago on Google
    Seen a play in the scenic grounds very nice flower beds

  • 5/5 Vanessa H. 3 years ago on Google
    An oasis of tranquility in a beautiful thriving historic city, take a bite to eat, then meander through medieval thoroughfares, and enjoy the many statues and their history. These gardens were the first public gardens in Britain, for ALL the people, not just the privalaged few, how lovely is that.

  • 4/5 tortiepuss 2 years ago on Google
    Smallish, tranquil meadow, with a couple of wildlife ponds. Nice quiet place to enjoy a flask of coffee.

  • 4/5 Pankhuri S. 2 years ago on Google
    A very quite green and clean place. Ideal if you want to have a look at the decrepit of Exeter castle.

  • 5/5 Stephanie R. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice park with beautiful trees and section of Exeter Castle walls. Rear access to Exeter Museum.

  • 4/5 Nik D. 1 year ago on Google
    Went here for winter wonderland, set out really well, great afternoon there with my family. Nice food nice drinks. Kind people running the rides, great with our daughter. Fab experience, will be back for the 3rd year next year.

  • 5/5 Julie A. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a beautiful park in centre of Exeter yet it is very peaceful with a beautiful little cafe with a lovely open terrace view , above the library, there are lots of squirrels to feed & watch play with other birds .. beautiful for a picnic & lovely little gardens ... 🌼🪷🪻⚘️

  • 5/5 ted l. 1 year ago on Google
    Oh wondrous gardens, where beauty reigns, And peace is found amidst the verdant plains! The fragrance of flowers fills the air, And birdsong sweet is heard everywhere. Oh how joyful it is to stroll and roam, Amidst the open spaces of this Rougemont! Where nature's bounty is on full display, And worries and cares are swept away. The blooms in their majesty, so fine, Are a sight that doth truly shine! And the melody of the feathered choir, Is a symphony that doth inspire. So come, come all, and take thy ease, In these gardens, where the heart is pleased. For here is found a balm for the soul, And a place where joy and peace doth roll! Twitter @tedthelabrador

  • 5/5 Luan B. 11 months ago on Google
    Lovely place for a walk.


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance

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