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Venue Type
Pubs
City
Exeter
Region
South West
Standing
200
theatre
60
dinner
80
bedrooms
20
About
City Gate
Located beside Iron Bridge in the heart of Exeter city centre, City Gate is a contemporary pub with boutique bedrooms, private event spaces and relaxed hospitality venues combining historic character with modern social dining and corporate event facilities. Positioned moments from Exeter Central Station and within walking distance of the Cathedral Quarter, the venue has become one of Exeter’s most popular destinations for networking events, private dining, celebrations and informal corporate gatherings.
Blending traditional pub character with stylish contemporary interiors, City Gate offers flexible private hire spaces, a large courtyard garden and boutique accommodation above the pub. Its combination of exposed brickwork, timber beams, private event areas and relaxed hospitality atmosphere creates a venue particularly well suited to social corporate events, team gatherings and celebrations that require something less formal than a traditional hotel or conference venue.
Located close to both Exeter Central and Exeter St David’s stations, the venue benefits from excellent accessibility whilst maintaining the atmosphere of a lively independent city-centre destination.
Event Spaces
The Cellar Bar
One of the venue’s standout private hire spaces, the Cellar Bar combines exposed brick walls, stone pillars and vaulted ceilings to create a highly atmospheric event environment suited to private parties, networking events, drinks receptions and celebrations. The space offers a more intimate and character-led setting beneath the main pub.
The Gallery
The Gallery provides a flexible private event space ideal for meetings, networking lunches, private dining and smaller corporate gatherings. Contemporary styling and adaptable layouts make the room suitable for both daytime and evening events.
The Secret Garden
The venue’s outdoor courtyard and garden spaces are particularly popular during the summer months for receptions, team socials and relaxed hospitality events. Heated and partially covered areas allow the space to operate year-round.
Meetings & Corporate Events
City Gate regularly hosts business meetings, networking events, training days and informal corporate functions supported by dedicated event coordination, catering packages and boutique accommodation for overnight stays.
Accommodation
The venue offers 20 boutique-style bedrooms above the pub, creating a strong option for residential meetings, corporate stays and weekend events within the centre of Exeter.
Facilities and Services
City Gate offers private hire spaces, boutique accommodation, seasonal British dining, catering packages, Wi-Fi, meeting facilities and dedicated event support. The venue’s relaxed hospitality style and flexible spaces make it particularly attractive for informal business events and social occasions.
Its combination of central location, boutique bedrooms and characterful event spaces positions City Gate as one of Exeter’s strongest hospitality-led social venues.
Ideal For
Networking Events
Private Dining
Corporate Socials
Team Gatherings
Drinks Receptions
Birthday Parties
Business Meetings
Training Sessions
Christmas Parties
Residential Meetings
Summer Parties
Private Celebrations
Key Features
Central Exeter Location
Boutique Pub with Rooms
20 Boutique Bedrooms
Private Cellar Bar
Outdoor Garden & Terrace
Flexible Private Hire Spaces
Relaxed Corporate Event Venue
Seasonal British Dining
Walking Distance to Exeter Stations
Characterful Heritage Interiors
Heated Outdoor Space
Dedicated Event Support
Informal Hospitality Atmosphere
Residential Event Capability
Central Exeter Location
Boutique Pub with Rooms
20 Boutique Bedrooms
Private Cellar Bar
Outdoor Garden & Terrace
Flexible Private Hire Spaces
Relaxed Corporate Event Venue
Seasonal British Dining
Walking Distance to Exeter Stations
Characterful Heritage Interiors
Heated Outdoor Space
Dedicated Event Support
Informal Hospitality Atmosphere
Residential Event Capability
Why Hire
City Gate offers a more relaxed and personality-led alternative to traditional conference hotels, combining boutique accommodation, atmospheric private hire spaces and strong hospitality within the centre of Exeter. Its blend of social spaces, garden areas and flexible event rooms creates events that feel informal, welcoming and highly adaptable.
Whether hosting a networking reception, team social, business meeting or private celebration, City Gate delivers a stylish and characterful venue experience with excellent transport connectivity and strong hospitality at its core.
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Location and Access
Located on Iron Bridge at the edge of Exeter city centre, City Gate is ideally positioned within walking distance of the city's main shopping district, Exeter Cathedral and the historic quayside. The venue benefits from excellent public transport links, with Exeter Central Station just a few minutes' walk away and Exeter St David's Station around 10–15 minutes on foot, providing direct rail connections to London, Bristol and the South West.
The venue is easily accessible by road from the M5 and A30, although it does not offer on-site parking. Public parking is available at nearby Harlequins Car Park, located directly opposite the venue, along with several other city centre car parks within a short walk. Supplier access and event logistics can be coordinated in advance with the venue team, making the venue well suited to private events and corporate gatherings in the heart of Exeter.
Exeter Airport | 6 miles
Exeter Central Station | 0.2 miles
Exeter St David’s Station | 0.5 miles
VENUE INFO
Event spaces
meeting rooms
bedrooms
20
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