The Ship is one of Exeter's oldest and most cherished pubs, renowned as the favoured tavern of Sir Francis Drake, who was a regular. An inscription on our wall, penned by Drake himself in 1587, attests to his deep admiration for the pub. Situated in the heart ...
A little gift, just in time for the festive season! Until Monday 1st December, we'll give you £10 FREE* when you buy a £40 gift voucher to spend at your local. (*T&Cs apply)
Courtesy of Peroni Nastro Azzurro, your winter dreams just got real. Win three nights at a 5-star Italian resort, including flights, transfers, ski passes, equipment, and breakfast!
On the 1st of December, we're celebrating all the shiftworkers by giving away 30,000 free main meals, with 10,000 being exclusive to Blue Light card. That's right – Christmas has come early!
Top-notch amenities to make sure you have a great time. Here’s what you can expect when you visit The Ship:
Disabled Facilities
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
WiFi
Coaches Accepted
Historic Pub
Offers Functions
Fancy a FREEbie?
Yes, you read that right - free food and drink is up for grabs for all you newcomers. Download the Greene King app & register, spin the wheel, and you might land yourself a main, pud or pint. No catch, just pure joy (and maybe some gravy).
Free dessert? Tick. Free pub classic? Oh yes. Free pint? Don’t mind if we do. And hey, even if you don’t win, you’ll still have our app now, so you can skip the queue like the legend you are.
A little gift, just in time for the festive season! Until Monday 1st December, we'll give you £10 FREE* when you buy a £40 gift voucher to spend at your local. (*T&Cs apply)
Christmas is all about good food, great company and making lots of brilliant memories. This year, why not savour a fantastic Christmas dinner in Exeter? The Ship has everything you need to make this festive season one for the books.
Our brand-new festive seasonal menu is now live! Bursting with comforting classics and indulgent winter warmers, every dish is crafted to celebrate the joy of the season. Limited-time only—don’t miss your chance to enjoy our Christmas favourites.
Step into spring with our seasonal specials menu. Our carefully selected dishes are crafted with quality for a symphony of freshness and flavour in every bite. What are you in the mood for?
From iconic classics to bold new pours, there’s a pint with your name on it. Explore our own beers like Flint Eye, Prior Life, Greene King IPA, plus loads more!
Get your fill of traditional pub fare and tuck into a hearty Sunday roast. Cooked to perfection and served with all the classic trimmings, our roasts are a celebration of quality - simple yet spectacular.
A truly vintage pub dating as far back as the 15th century, The Ship in Exeter is known as one of the oldest in the city. Nearby attractions include the Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Gallery and Exeter Cathedral.
Cementing The Ship’s historical ties is its Tudor inspired architectural design, with a cream and black exterior and plenty of wooden panelling and beams indoors. A wide bar greets all who enter with cask ales and a selection of drinks ready to be served. Book your visit with us today.
A pub for all
The Ship is a pub for everybody and every paw, being both dog and family-friendly with wheelchair accessibility and free Wi-Fi.
Delicious food and drink for every occasion
At The Ship you’ll find delicious British comfort food cooked with care, from hand-battered fish & chips to pies, award-winning burgers and sticky toffee pudding, our menu offers traditional pub food made from quality ingredients. Vegan, vegetarian and non-gluten dishes are also available.
Get £10 FREE* when you buy a £40 gift voucher
A little gift from us to you, just in time for the festive season. Until Monday 1st December, we'll give you £10 FREE when you buy a £40 gift voucher to spend at your local.* And it gets better – buy £80 and we'll give you £20, and buy £120 and we'll give you £30!
Our limited-time offer works all the way up to a maximum purchase spend of up to £240, where we'll add £60 FREE.
