5 Festive events by train from Exeter

Hop on the train from Exeter for a hassle-free journey to some of the best festive celebrations around Devon. Here are five of our favourites…

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1. Barnstaple Christmas Light Switch-On

Thursday 28th November 2024

Kick off this festive season at Barnstaple’s Christmas Light Switch-On, with choir performances, a Christmas market, food stalls, Santa’s Grotto, elf-themed crafts and more.

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2. Okehampton Edwardian Evening

Thursday 5th December 2024

Step back in time at Okehampton’s Edwardian Evening with 35 gift and food stalls, bubble show, live music, rides and late night shopping.

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3. Love Topsham Christmas Celebration

Friday 29th November 2024

Christmas cheer awaits at this year’s Love Topsham event. Enjoy the iconic light switch-on, morris dancing, a festive market and choir.

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4. Totnes Christmas Market

Tuesday 3rd, 10th & 17th December 2024

The Totnes Christmas Market brings the town’s unique charm alive. Enjoy more than 70 stalls offering artisan goods, handmade gifts and delicious treats – with live music and entertainment, including a lantern parade on the 17th.

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5. Exmouth Indoor Christmas Market

Friday 13th – Tuesday 17th December 2024

Exmouth’s Indoor Christmas Market offers a cosy indoor space boasting 80+ stalls filled with local crafts, festive decor and delicious seasonal bites.

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Get a Devon & Cornwall Railcard

Save a third off for you and a friend (with kids travelling for just £1) with a Devon & Cornwall Railcard – just £12 a year for local residents. Now available to buy online.

Look up train times and buy rail tickets on the GWR website or app.