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cubfanbudwoman susiequsie23 at sbcglobal.net
Fri Feb 13 23:09:02 UTC 2009


Jeanine Banthorpe wrote:
> Exeter also has a beautiful example of Roman walling, much of it 
> still extant, which you can follow along a circular route. In 
> addition the trip underground into the medieval passages once used 
> for conducting fresh water into the city are very interesting. 
> Northenhay Gardens and Rougemont Gardens interconnect 
> just off the High Street. They incorporate the oldest public open 
> space in England, initially laid out in 1612, and extensively re-
> landscaped in the 18th century. The gardens contain the remains of 
> 12th century Rougemont Castle Gatehouse, a fine section of Roman 
> wall, and England's only remaining length of Saxon town wall.


SSSusan:
You're the second person to write today (one off-list) about the 
glories of Exeter!  This is exactly what I was hoping for -- 
suggestions why one might want to make a visit or take a pass.  The 
gardens and Roman wall sound lovely, and my other correspondent (hi, 
Mary Ann!) mentioned a nice river-walk and the lovely cathedral, as 
well.

Thank you.  This one's now back in the running for a day excursion.

Siriusly Snapey Susan






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