Turks Head Exeter

The Turks Head in Exeter, a restored 700-year-old pub, blending history and modern comfort.

Nestled in the heart of Exeter city centre, The Turks Head is a pub steeped in history, believed to be one of the oldest in the region and a favourite of the legendary Charles Dickens. Recently restored to its former grandeur, this iconic establishment invites guests to experience over 700 years of rich heritage and timeless charm. The renovation has brought back its historic character while blend

21/09/2024

From next weekend come celebrate Oktoberfest 🍻

Indulge yourself in our German FestBier - HasselHops 🇩🇪

Sitting at a nice 5.8% it won't knock your socks off

See you then!

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 19/09/2024

Our Turks Merch is back!

We have a fresh selection of pink Fat Boy T's ( as seen on the boujiee women on the left )

With sizes M to # # there's one for you,

At £15 a pop they make a great gift for the avid FatBoy lover 🥰 or if you're feeling like you need to reward yourself 😉

Be quick as we sell out fast 😁

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 16/09/2024

Christmas is EXACTLY 100 DAYS AWAY 🎄

Get all your booking enquiries in as we are filling up fast 🏃

View our website to book or alternatively email us at [email protected]

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 13/09/2024

Don't forget!

Our first of the year is back!

Sunday roast from 12 pm 🍽️

London derby from 2 pm ⚪🔴

Wolves V Newcastle at 4:30 pm 🟠 ⚫⚪

Zara's FIRST Turks Quiz at 8 pm

Lots of action across the hours to keep you entertained! 🍻

We look forward to seeing you here 🫡

09/09/2024

A full bodied, black stout with pronounced roasted flavours and a slight malty sweetness. Packed full of fresh coffee beans, Cacao nibs and Madagascan Vanilla to give it its rich aroma.

Big shout out to crankhouseroast for supplying the coffee beans and also little_pod
vanilla for Madagascan Vanilla!

Launch day is today! So if you’re a Brew Society Member, come and enjoy a pint with 50% off.

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 08/09/2024

This time in a week you could be enjoying our new Sunday Roast 🍽️

From 12 pm Sunday 15th you can enjoy a roast with family and Friends accompanied by our Home Brewed Beers 🍻

Or why not catch the London Derby clash....

Tottenham V Arsenal at 2 pm ⚪🔴

Or stay the whole night and take part in Zara's first quiz at 8pm;)

Sundays are well and truly back!

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 06/09/2024

In exactly a WEEK'S TIME we launch our new food menu 🍽️

Here's a couple teasers from what you can expect 😋

Over the following week please keep an eye out on our socials for a detailed look at our new Menu 🕺

As well as a dedicated Newsletter sent straight to your inbox 🎉

We can't wait to see you for our launch on Friday 13th! 🤠

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 03/09/2024

On Sunday, 1st September we turned 3 🎉

What better way to celebrate than having a full pub enjoying a tense game of footy rivalry with beer from our brewery flowing 🍻

Thank you to everyone who has made this pub so special since we reopened our doors in 2021, you've all been great ♥️

The same core team since we opened have loved serving you all 😄

We are now approaching our favourite time of year and with a new food menu and new drinks offer is looks like it could be our best yet!

We look forward to welcoming you for another Autumn/ Christmas fiasco 🕺

See you there x

-
The Turks Team 🫡

31/08/2024

Attention students! 🔥

Make sure to make the most of Turks with your 10% off drinks with a valid student ID!

Thats across all our Turks Brews on Cask and Keg and then all the other standard products 😎

Those attending the upcoming Freshers week will be sure to make the most of it!

Keep an eye out for any more updates!

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 25/08/2024

Staff pick of the week

Today we have our soon to be married...

LAURA! Our wonderful AGM 🫡

Who has been with us since the very beginning ( of time 😜)

Presenting our wonderful Cask Ale Golden Axe...
Our golden ale at 3.8% in which you can expect a light, easy - drinking alternative to heavier beers or hoppier 🍻

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 24/08/2024

Fresh in on our taps for the weekend we finally have ✨

BATTLE CAT -
Our Chocolate & Vanilla Stout at 5% 🫘

" A full bodied, black stout with pronounced roasted flavours and a slight malty sweetness. Packed full of fresh coffee beans, Vanilla Extract and Cacao nibs to give it it's rich aroma. Thank you to Crankhouse Coffee on Fore St for supplying the amazing beans! "

Sounds great ay?
Pop in today to get your first pint!

We also wanted to take this opportunity to say a big thank you to our latest colleague to leave the nest, Victor 🫡

Who is going back to Bulgaria to finish off their education.
We wish you the best of luck in all your future endeavours and can't wait to see how you get on 📚

Best of luck,
The Turks Team x

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 18/08/2024

✨ staff pick of the week ✨

This week, courtesy of !

We have: Cold Wet!

A lager at 4.3% wonderfully shown off by Anna...
Our latest customer favourite staff member all the way from Manchester 🫡

Come grab some grab a pint whilst it's still cold & still fresh!

14/08/2024

Only three weeks left of Eat The Bird here at The Turks!

Make the most of this by indulging in the current ETB special...

' Licence to Pil Bil '

This is both a burger & l o a d e d fries 😋

Only whilst stocks last!!

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 12/08/2024

Christmas is only 4 months away!! ⛄🎁

That means it's time to start planning your:

Christmas meals with family & friends

Xmas partys with the work crew! 😎

We are now taking enquiries!

Please visit our website for more information!!

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 07/08/2024

Stay with us this Summer 🌞

We love having our guests stay with us, with most from many regions of the world 🌎

That's why we'd like to offer our latest deal when you book direct through us:

- Stay two nights & we'll top you up with £30pp towards dinner on either night

- A complimentary Malfy Rosa Gin & Tonic on arrival 🍷

Please book direct with us through our website ( Link in bio )

We look forward to welcoming you!

Terms and Conditions apply

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 06/08/2024

✨ staff pick of the week late night edition ✨

This time we have Euan with ' I have The Sour'
Our wonderful Blueberry and Vanilla sour at 4.5% that's sure to tickle your taste buds!

Come try some whilst we have plenty in our cellar!!

02/08/2024

Only 9 days left of the Olympics, so get your skates ⛸️ on and come down to Turks and enjoy your own set of Beerlympic Rings!! 🎾🏇🏋️🤺🚴

All the live action shown across our 5 large TV screens over 2 floors 🥇🍻

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 29/07/2024

This week our staff pick is Boudica, a session IPA we brew onsite in our very own !

With our wonderful staff member Arthur to show you how it's done!

With an ABV of 3.4%, you should definitely give this one a go during all the lovely weather this week!

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 24/07/2024

🌟 Staff Pick of the Week 🌟

This week our staff pick is Waterbeer street, a lager we brew onsite in our very own micro brewery!

With an ABV of 4.8, you should DEFINITELY give this one a try!! 🍺

18/07/2024

🍻WE BREW OUR OWN BEERS🍻

With a wide section across the front (cask) and back wall (keg), we have so many tasty brews for you to try! 😋

From IPAs, lagers, bitters to sours and much much more, make sure to head down and get your hands on one of our EXCLUSIVE beers 🍺😍

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 16/07/2024

🌟 STAFF PICK OF THE WEEK 🌟

This week the star of the show is Octodon, our new DIPA… With an 8% abv, we are certain a few pints of this will remind you why we are the best pub in Exeter🤩🍻

See you soon (with a pint in hand of course😁)

15/07/2024

As graduation week commences, we say goodbye to the Turks Head Class of 2024🌟

We will definitely be celebrating this week so make sure to head down and join in with a pint in hand 🥳🍻

Thankyou & Good Luck for the future🌟

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 12/07/2024

🌟STAFF PICK OF THE WEEK🌟

NEW to the Turks Head Brewery…Life’s a Peach (GF) 🍑🍺

This gorgeous Peach session lager is one you won’t want to miss out on!!

Mashed and fermented at a lower temperature to ensure a crisp finish with the addition of Peach puree half way through the fermentation process, and Natural Peach Flavoring on transfer to the Carbonation Tank.

Official launch day is the 15th July 🌟

11/07/2024

☀️ SUMMER SPRITZ ☀️

Have you tried one of the drinks off our summer spritz menu? 🍹

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 01/07/2024

🌟Staff pick of the week🌟

This week, we have Ben with our very own Lager, Waterbeer Street.

Whether you’re watching the Euros, catching up with friends or family, or keeping up to date with the Tour de France, this is one you DEFINITELY want to try when you visit!

🌟🤩🚴‍♀️🍺

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 24/06/2024

🌟 STAFF PICK OF THE WEEK 🌟

This week we have Maz with her #1 go to pint- Cherry Bomb. 🍒 🍺

Named after the song Cherry bomb, this brew is a cherry sour with an ABV OF 6.7%.

This is one you DEFINITELY want to try!!🤩

20/06/2024

Don’t miss a moment of the euros!🌟

Come down tonight and watch England take on Denmark LIVE across 5 BIG TV screens ⚽️

See you there!

Photos from Turks Head Exeter's post 17/06/2024

🌟 Staff Pick of the Week 🌟

This week we have Zak with a pint of Wheetus (named after the band 🎸).

Wheetus is a Medium bodied, copper coloured altbier, presenting mild fruity esters. This reflects its German base malts which contribute to its rich baked bread aroma.

Pop in and give this one a try🤩

15/06/2024

⚽️ 4-4-2 ⚽️

Fresh on to our menu, just in time for the euros, we bring you the 4-4-2!

🍗4 wings
🍗4 tenders
🥘2 dips

Make sure to enjoy the football along with a pint & some grub🤩

#442

11/06/2024

🌟Staff Pick of the Week🌟

This week we have Michael, queen of boujee, with our flagship IPA Fat Boy!

YES, you heard us right… Fat Boy is BACK on tap and just in time for the start of the Euros🍺🤩

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57A High Street
Exeter
EX43DJ

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 12am
Tuesday 10am - 12am
Wednesday 10am - 12am
Thursday 10am - 12am
Friday 10am - 1am
Saturday 10am - 1am
Sunday 10am - 12am

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