Exeter City away guide — St James Park

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Seasonal calendar

Autumn rain — Exeter is one of the wetter grounds in the division in late autumn — waterproofs are essential in the open away terrace.
Summer tourist season — August visitor numbers in the city centre can make Central station and its car parks busier than usual.

St James Park station — A tiny halt right next to the ground — one of the closest station-to-stadium walks in English football.
Exeter Central — A 20-minute walk through the city centre if St James Park services are limited.
Driving — M5 J30 then follow signs into the city; parking near the ground is tight so arrive early.

The Argyle pub — Traditional pub near the ground with a good pre-match atmosphere. Map
St James's Street cafés — A few good independent cafés between the station and the ground. Map
Ground concourse — Local pasties feature heavily — a proper Devon touch on the food front. Map

Exeter Cathedral

Stunning medieval cathedral in the city centre, a short walk from Central station.

Exeter Quay

Riverside area with cafés, a maritime museum and canal boat trips.

Underground Passages

Medieval tunnels beneath the city centre, a quirky pre-match visit.

Lower-profile pubs, cafés and corners the locals keep to themselves.

The Wonford Fox
Backstreet local a little further from the ground, favoured by locals over the closer pubs.
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Ludwell Valley Park
Green valley walk near St James Park, quiet and little used by away fans.
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Real McCoy pasty shop
Small independent pasty shop near the ground, favoured by regulars over the bigger chains.
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Transport alert

Standard Saturday

Nothing unusual in the Exeter diary for this date. Book advance rail tickets 12 weeks out and check the operator's works page the Monday before.

Ground note

St James Park station only serves a handful of trains a day — check timetables carefully.

Ground note

The Big Bank away terrace is uncovered in parts — check the forecast and dress accordingly.