Must-see nightlife in East Devon

  • Fat Pig

    Exeter

    There are few better spots for a pint in town than this fine craft brewery, which makes its own ales and brews its own gin, vodka and more 'experimental'…

  • Beer Engine

    Exeter

    The decor in this former railway hotel is varnished floorboards, leather settles and exposed red brick, but the best bit is downstairs: the brewery's…

  • Anchor

    East Devon

    During Sidmouth's Folk Week festival in August, music overflows from the Anchor, with fiddlers, singers and accordion players creating a festival…

  • Old Firehouse

    Exeter

    Step into the snug, candlelit interior of this Exeter institution and instantly feel at home. Dried hops hang from rafters above flagstone floors and…

  • Anchor Inn

    East Devon

    Surely one of the best sea-view beer gardens in Devon. The Anchor's grassy terrace stretches to the very cliff edge, providing views of the wide bay and…

  • On the Waterfront

    Exeter

    In 1835 this was a warehouse, now its red-brick, barrel-vaulted ceilings stretch back from a thoroughly modern bar. The tables outside are a popular spot…

  • Lighter

    East Devon

    The Lighter is one of those age-old inns where tankards hang from the rafters, the alcoves are snug and the water-view terrace is the place for a pint on…

  • Vaults

    Exeter

    At Exeter's main LGBT venue you'll find two bars, club nights, classy cocktails, funky lights, glittery features and crowds of people having a good time.

  • Timepiece

    Exeter

    A students' late-night favourite, with nights devoted to indie, electro, house and cheesy club classics.

  • Cosy Club

    Exeter

    The Exeter Cosy Club outpost occupies a former 1920s hospital X-ray department. The vibe is buzzy; the clientele is smart; and the decor is a mix of…

  • Old Timers

    Exeter

    Scuffed floorboards, crowded-in tables and walls smothered in an eyebrow-raising array of collectables set the scene at this atmospheric drinking den.