Exeter Heritage Harbour

Heritage Harbour status was granted to the canal and basin by the Maritime Heritage Trust, National Historic Ships UK and Historic England in 2021. There are currently a growing number of Heritage Harbours across the UK who work together via a national organising group. The aim is to safeguard and conserve these historic locations and the buildings, quays, shipyards and environments that make them special. This also means we are committed to promoting traditional maritime skills and encouraging heritage vessels to use the canal.

Exeter’s Quay is a bustling area where people come to eat, drink, relax and walk by the water. In the summer there are plenty of activities which encourage more people and families. Exeter hosts a number of harbour events, including a highly successful annual Heritage Harbour festival.

We’re looking to welcome traditional vessels to visit Exeter or stay long term. 

For more information see the Exeter Heritage Harbour website.