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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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