• City Gate, 
  • 1 Iron Bridge, 
  • Exeter, 
  • Devon, 
  • EX4 3RB

01392 495811

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Welcome to City Gate

Charming pub in the heart of Exeter, serving the best of British seasonal food and home to 20 beautiful bedrooms above the pub.

Watch FIFA World Cup in Exeter

We’ll be showing the biggest games live on our outdoor screen, bringing all the big-tournament energy to Exeter. Expect ice-cold pints, match-day favourites from the kitchen and an atmosphere worth shouting about.

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Long Days & Leisurely Stays

Treat for two. Sip, supper & snooze your way through summer. Two-night escapes, April – September

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Parties & Events in Exeter

Our versatile event spaces in Exeter are perfect for private parties, corporate events, and celebrations, with delicious catering options, drinks packages, and a welcoming atmosphere.

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Our Food & Drink

From relaxed lunches and after-work drinks to indulgent dinners and Sunday roasts, enjoy great food and warm hospitality in the heart of the city.

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Garden Spritzes

Crisp, sparkling and effortlessly drinkable, our summer spritzes are made for long, sunny afternoons.

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Charming Pub in Exeter

Conveniently positioned just a hop, skip, and jump from Exeter’s historic city centre and Central train station, we’re a firm favourite with the locals. With a fine selection of real ales and craft beers aplenty, we’ve got something to satisfy every taste.

We’re open all day, from breakfast through to dinner (and every delicious plate in between), serving up a British seasonal menu bursting with flavour, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Our 20 boutique-y bedrooms above the pub make the perfect base for your next business trip or a leisurely getaway to sunny Devon.

Planning a big celebration or hosting an event? Our Cellar Bar offers a unique private space full of character and charm, ideal for parties, celebrations, and corporate events. And let’s not forget our gorgeous, sun-drenched courtyard garden, the perfect spot to kick back and relax with friends over a cocktail (or two).

Stay in Exeter 

With 20 fabulously furnished, eclectic bedrooms, perfect for business stop overs, or leisurely staycations in Devon, we will be the home away from home that you won’t want to leave.

Our Rooms

Dine at City Gate

Be it a traditional pub classic, a tasty seafood dish or a hearty Sunday roast, our seasonal menus are bursting with firm favourites that we know you’ll love.

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Always the very
best rates

Hands down the best rate around. There’s no cheaper rate to be found.

Later than usual
check-out*

1pm check-out. It’s the stuff dream stays are made of.

First dibs on even
better rooms*

If there’s a better room available when you arrive, a sweet upgrade is all yours.


*Subject to availability

World Cup at City Gate Exeter

11th June – 18th July 2026

Catch every moment of the World Cup at City Gate Exeter with outdoor screening in our courtyard garden, complete with a heated and covered stretch tent for all-weather match days.

Expect big-match energy, a buzzing atmosphere and the perfect spot in Exeter to cheer on your team with a pint in hand.

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Father’s Day

Sunday 21st June

Treat Dad to the Daddy of all roasts. We’re talking towering Yorkshires, proper gravy, perfectly roasted meats and all the trimmings — the sort of Sunday feast worth loosening a belt for.

Add a proper pint (or two), and Father’s Day is officially sorted.

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Pub Weddings

We’re a fully licensed wedding venue, offering a beautifully intimate space where you can say “I do” and celebrate your special moment with family and friends. From the heartfelt exchange of vows to the joyous celebrations that follow, everything takes place under one roof.

Pub Weddings

Spritz Season

Crisp, sparkling and effortlessly drinkable, our summer spritzes are made for long, sunny afternoons. Best enjoyed in our sun-trap pub garden with good company and something delicious to nibble on.

Spritz Menu

Summer Dining

Tucked away in our courtyard garden, our sun-trap terrace is the perfect spot for seasonal dishes, refreshing drinks and relaxed afternoons in the heart of Exeter.

Dine alfresco

Parties & Events in Exeter

Our charming Cellar Bar, stunning dining room and pub garden, provide the perfect backdrop for any occasion. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering, a grand celebration, a corporate event, or a even a pub wedding, our dedicated Events Manager, Jon, is here to help you plan every detail and make your event unforgettable.

Parties & Events

Long Days & Leisurely Stays

A treat for two – sip, supper, snooze

Spring and Summer are made for slowing down. Longer evenings, good food, and nowhere you need to be. Our Long Days & Leisurely Stays package is your excuse to press pause and enjoy a drink on arrival with a two-night dinner, bed and breakfast break designed for easy summer living.

Available from 1st April to 30th September, settle in and explore Exeter, from its historic city centre to the surrounding Devon countryside.

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Gift Vouchers

Why not give the gift of the pub and treat someone special to a round of cocktails, a dinner for two or even one of our popular Sunday Roasts.

All our gift vouchers are valid for 12 months.

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What’s On

From our popular pub quiz and live sports to community meet-ups and charity events, there’s always something going on, and always a reason to visit us.

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Pub Garden

With a fully covered and heated stretch tent, plus ample outdoor seating in our courtyard, it’s the perfect spot for those who love drinking and dining alfresco—whatever the weather.

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Explore Exeter

With medieval architecture right on our doorstep, the stunning Exeter Cathedral and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum are just a short stroll away, waiting to be explored.

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