Heritage Open Days in Exeter

St Martin's Church, Exeter, Devon

Explore 1000 years of people, stories and art in the heart of Exeter at St Martins Church on the Cathedral Green

Discover the Faces of St Martins

Find out more about the many people (both known and unknown) that make up the history of this ancient church through guided tours and arts activities for children and adults.

First consecrated in 1065 by Bishop Leofric and dedicated to Saint Martin of Tours, there are many men and women whose lives and memories are associated with this fascinating church and many faces can be seen on the walls today in the memorials and artwork, or imagined. Find out what connects all these people to St Martins and make your own connection to this ancient place.

The church has acted as inspiration in modern times to local artists and an artist will be there on the day to help you create your own work of art inspired by St Martin's.

Just drop in - all welcome.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 14 September:

11:00-15:00

Location & directions

St Martin's Church, Cathedral Close, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1EZ

Directions:

This tiny church is located on the north of Cathedral Green, next door to Drakes Coffee House and near Hotel Indigo and Eat on the Green.

Contact on day:

Marie Sellars

Telephone number:

+447850003751

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

 

For more info head to: Discover the Faces of St Martins (heritageopendays.org.uk)