Exeter’s Fore Street Flea Returns for 2025

Exeter’s Fore Street Flea returns on Sunday 18 May, bringing with it market stalls, live music, free family activities and food and drink.

Now in its ninth year, the iconic market has become a firm favourite in Exeter’s cultural calendar, drawing crowds to the heart of the city’s West Quarter for a day of discovery, community, and celebration.

Things get underway in Fore Street at noon on Sunday and run until 4pm in the afternoon. There will be live music from local talents including Sam McCrory, Daniel Alexander Caute and Maz McNamara.

Market goers can expect a modern-day Punch & Judy Show from Prom-Prom Promotions. And there’s plenty of treats to indulge in from Fore Street favourites including Creeks Cuppa, Cake or Death, Pullo, Sacred Grounds, Press House, Glorious Art House and The Flat.

They’ll be joined by Liddicones Ice Cream, Sloe Bakery, Pesto Taste of Italy, Kanakos Cakes and Edwards Fudge Kitchen.

First launched in 2016 as a grassroots initiative by local traders, the Flea has grown into one of Exeter’s most loved community events. Now delivered by InExeter, the city’s Business Improvement District, the Flea continues to support small businesses and showcase the creative spirit of the West Quarter.

Nicola Wheeler, CEO of InExeter, said: “As Exeter’s Business Improvement District, we’re proud to bring the Fore Street Flea to life. Set in the city’s vibrant indie quarter, the Flea is more than a market—it’s a celebration of creativity, community, and local spirit. Powered by passionate businesses, buzzing with fresh talent, and loved by loyal visitors, it’s a firm favourite in Exeter’s cultural calendar.”

Further Fore Street Flea dates for 2025 are:

• Sunday 13 July
• Sunday 14 September
• Sunday 23 November