Fore Street — Location & Map

🛍️ Fore Street is one of the historic streets in Exeter city centre, running through the city's West Quarter between the central shopping area and the western side of the city. The street is known for its independent shops, cafés, small businesses and distinctive historic buildings, giving this part of Exeter a character that differs from the larger retail areas around the High Street. Fore Street also forms part of an older route into the city from the west and has long been associated with trade and local businesses.

Today, Fore Street is a useful area to explore for anyone interested in independent shops in Exeter, local businesses and the city's historic streets. Its steep gradient and older buildings are part of its character, while smaller streets and arcades lead off the main route into the surrounding West Quarter. The street is also close to Exeter Quayside, making it possible to combine the two areas when exploring this side of the city.

📍 How to Find Fore Street Exeter

Fore Street is in the West Quarter of Exeter city centre, extending westwards from the central area towards New Bridge Street and the route down towards the River Exe. It connects with streets including West Street, Bartholomew Street West and New Bridge Street, with South Street and the High Street nearby.

From the High Street, Fore Street can be reached on foot by heading west through the central city area. The street continues downhill towards the western side of Exeter and the approaches to Exe Bridges, although the route is notably steep in places. Exeter Central railway station and the main city-centre bus connections are within walking distance. Visitors arriving by car should use nearby city-centre parking and check current traffic and parking information before setting off.