EPISODE · Mar 5, 2026 · 46 MIN
001 - The City
from Exeter · host Sidney Heath
Discover Exeter, the historic county town of Devon, where remnants of Roman and medieval history come alive. The stunning Exeter Cathedral, founded in 1050 and completed 400 years later, boasts the longest uninterrupted vaulted ceiling in England. This audiobook, part of Blackie & Sons Beautiful England series, intricately explores the rich history of the city and its many captivating sites, including in-depth chapters about the cathedral and the picturesque River Exe. For those who can access the printed version on Internet Archive, enjoy E. W. Haslehursts 12 exquisite color illustrations as you listen. Join Phil Benson on this engaging journey through one of Englands most fascinating cities.
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Discover Exeter, the historic county town of Devon, where remnants of Roman and medieval history come alive. The stunning Exeter Cathedral, founded in 1050 and completed 400 years later, boasts the longest uninterrupted vaulted ceiling in England. This audiobook, part of Blackie & Sons Beautiful England series, intricately explores the rich history of the city and its many captivating sites, including in-depth chapters about the cathedral and the picturesque River Exe. For those who can access the printed version on Internet Archive, enjoy E. W. Haslehursts 12 exquisite color illustrations as you listen. Join Phil Benson on this engaging journey through one of Englands most fascinating cities.
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