Location:  On the corner of Exeter Street and Derwent Street, when approaching over Exeter Bridge, turn right by The Royal Standard.

Historical Information:  A purpose built pub, erected around 1816, in Regency style, at about the same time as the rest of the area. The pub took its name from the Earl of Essex whose home, Exeter House, stood nearby. The house was demolished, in 1854.

Sign:  Due to an unfortunate error the sign illustrates the arms of the City of Exeter.  

Curiosities:  It remained a free house with brewing on the premises until 1970, the last inn to do so. The snug contains a charming old range fireplace.