Topsham’s existence has been linked with the city of Exeter since at least Roman times, the settlement in those distant days serving as a port for its bigger neighbour, as it did for many centuries thereafter. As both have grown Topsham has become a suburb of Exeter, a rather genteel spot just four miles from that city’s heart. There is some fine and characterful architecture, some of the best buildings fashioned from bricks said to have been brought over by Dutch traders (buying our wool) as ballast, the houses constructed in suitably Dutch style. One of those buildings, a 17th century white-washed three-story house, now operates as a museum. Another not to be missed is the redbrick tower of St Margaret’s Church, dating to the 15th century. The town (as it has been since a charter was granted in the 14th century) is no longer a major harbour, though it still serves a few fishing vessels and many leisure craft, and remains a ferry port – albeit the ferries are a tiny boat that conveys passengers and bikes across the River Exe, at the top of whose mouth it sits, and another service that links Topsham to a pub near Exmouth. Rather more significant communications links include its own train station, the M5 that passes just north of the place, and Exeter International Airport that lies about five miles to the north east. Standing on the Exe Estuary Topsham is close to several bird reserves, including the RSPB’s Bowling Green Marsh. Among other nearby attractions you’ll find an adventure park, Devon County Showground, and Powderham Castle.
Pub and Bar
Bridge Inn
Exeter Inn
Lighter Inn
Lord Nelson Inn
Restaurant
Bridge Inn
Galley Restaurant
Lighter Inn
Lord Nelson Inn
Shops
Highfield Farm Shop
Highfield Harvest
Places to Stay near Topsham
The Globe (0.18 miles)
Galley 'Fish & Seafood' Restaurant with Rooms (0.22 miles)
Our luxury accommodation weaves a different kind of magic in Topsham, Devon - Discover the Secret with our nautical cabins, offering suite, double or twin rooms. With panoramic river views ... More
Innkeepers Lodge (0.91 miles)
Stowey Arms (1.43 miles)
Set in the lovely village of Exminster, this charming bed and breakfast is ideally situated just 4 miles from the bustling city of Exeter, with its lovely Cathedral and new shopping centre. The Stowey Arms has ... More | visit website
Premier Inn Exeter (Countess Wear) (1.69 miles)
Matford Belvedere (1.71 miles)
Kiddicott Farm (1.97 miles)
Kiddicott Farm is set in its own farmland, with far reaching views across the beautiful Devonshire countryside. Only minutes from the M5, A30 and Westpoint, and 20 minutes to the centre of the Cathedral City of ... More | visit website
Rydon Farm (2.15 miles)
The Shippen (2.21 miles)
This bright and extremely comfortable barn conversion enjoys the tranquillity of Devon's lush countryside and wildlife yet is only a few miles from some of the county's more famous resorts. Exmouth's two miles of golden ... More | visit website
Travelodge Exeter M5 (2.22 miles)
Located on the M5, close to Exeter, this Travelodge provides contemporary quality accommodation and an ideal base for exploring the Devon countryside. Spacious en-suite rooms, TV in every room, tea and coffee making facilities, free ... More | visit website
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