It was also the setting for James and Mallika’s wedding. Particularly lovely as they were able to include Mallika’s family who joined us from Thailand via video link. I’d walked past this building so many times and never been inside – it was like stepping back in time with its winding stone staircases and arched doorways.
A very special Exeter wedding venue
St Nicholas Priory isn’t a vast wedding venue – and that’s part of its charm.
It is licensed for intimate ceremonies and celebrations, allowing up to 40 guests. The Great Hall is the main showstopper, with original stone walls, high vaulted ceilings, wooden beams, stained glass and a large fireplace. It’s just full of character.
There is also a sheltered garden, which can be used for photographs and drinks after the ceremony.
The Priory works with a choice of catering partners, and there is a licence for entertainment and live bands, so although the setting is historic, your celebration doesn’t have to feel formal or old-fashioned.
Getting married in the heart of Exeter
St Nicholas Priory is on Mint Lane, in the centre of Exeter, making it particularly convenient if you have guests travelling from different parts of Devon.
It’s within walking distance of Exeter Central station, with Mary Arches Street car park around five minutes away. And once the ceremony is over, you’re right in the middle of the city, with Exeter’s restaurants, bars, cathedral and historic streets on your doorstep.
For couples looking for a genuinely historic wedding venue in Exeter, particularly for a smaller celebration, St Nicholas Priory offers something rather different from a hotel or country house.
