Please be aware that our restaurant seating is located exclusively upstairs, and we can only accommodate reservations for this area.
Please be aware that our restaurant seating is located exclusively upstairs, and we can only accommodate reservations for this area.
Ship, Exeter
Open Today: 11:00am - 11:00pm

about our pub

The Ship is one of Exeter's oldest and most famous pubs, with it being well documented that Sir Francis Drake was a regular and it was his favourite watering hole. You can see an inscription on our wall written by Sir Francis Drake himself in 1587 expressing h...

Opening Hours

Sunday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Monday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Friday
11:00am - 12:00am
Saturday
11:00am - 12:00am

Serving Hours

Sunday
11:30am - 8:30pm
Monday
11:30am - 9:00pm
Tuesday
11:30am - 9:00pm
Wednesday
11:30am - 9:00pm
Thursday
11:30am - 9:00pm
Friday
11:30am - 9:00pm
Saturday
11:30am - 9:00pm

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Facilities

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

What makes us special

Find out what makes us special at The Ship and come and join us!

The Ship, Devon

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.

People enjoying a festive drink in the pub

Christmas has come early!

We're putting you on the nice list this year. Reserve a table for four or more before October 31st, and we’ll give you a £15 voucher to use at the Ship in 2025!*

(*T&Cs apply)

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