Exeter Crown Court listings updated daily. View today's hearings, case schedules, contact details, opening times & directions to Southernhay Gardens, Exeter EX1 1UH.
Daily Listings Summary for Exeter Crown Court
The official court schedule for Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 comprises a total of 11 cases listed for hearing at Exeter Crown Court.
Hearings are scheduled to commence at the following times: 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:30, 15:00, 15:30.
Proceedings will be conducted across courtrooms 1, 2, 3.
Members of the public and accredited media representatives are generally permitted to attend these hearings, subject to any reporting restrictions that may be in place.
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View the latest Exeter Crown Court listings with daily hearing schedules, courtroom allocations, and real-time case updates. Exeter Crown Court sits within the Exeter Law Courts complex on Southernhay Gardens — Devon's principal combined court centre handling serious criminal cases for Exeter and the wider county. Whether you are a defendant, solicitor, barrister, or witness, our listings page delivers the most current cause list information published by HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS), helping you prepare for your hearing efficiently and with confidence.
About Exeter Crown Court
Exeter Crown Court operates from the Exeter Law Courts, a modern combined court centre at Southernhay Gardens, Exeter EX1 1UH. The building was designed by Jacobs Babtie in the Modernist style, constructed by Sir Robert McAlpine under a Private Finance Initiative contract, and completed in 2004 at a cost of £20 million. It houses six courtrooms and replaced the historic law courts at Exeter Castle (Rougemont Castle), which had served the city's judicial needs since a purpose-built courthouse was erected there in 1774 for the Devon Assizes.
The Southernhay Gardens site itself has a rich institutional history — it previously formed part of the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital grounds, which relocated to Wonford in 1974. The Lord Chancellor's Department selected the site in the early 2000s for redevelopment into a state-of-the-art judicial facility, transforming it into a key civic and legal hub in central Exeter.
Cases Heard at Exeter Crown Court
As a combined court centre, Exeter Law Courts handles an exceptionally wide range of proceedings. The Crown Court division deals with serious indictable offences and cases committed from local magistrates' courts across Devon. The Crown Court location code for legal professionals is 423.
- Trials for serious criminal offences including murder, robbery, sexual offences, fraud, and drug trafficking
- Plea and Trial Preparation Hearings (PTPH)
- Sentencing hearings and committal for sentence from magistrates' courts
- Bail applications and variation of bail conditions
- Appeals against conviction or sentence from Devon magistrates' courts
- Single justice procedure cases
- High Court cases — serious or high-profile criminal and civil matters
The County Court and Family Court divisions at the same building handle civil claims, bankruptcy, housing possession, adoption, divorce, domestic abuse injunctions, childcare arrangements, and social security and child support appeals.
Exeter Crown Court Contact Details
Address
Exeter Law Courts, Southernhay Gardens, Exeter, EX1 1UH
Crown Court Contact
- General Enquiries: 01392 415 330
- Crown Court Listing: 01392 415 332
- Email: [email protected]
- Crown Court Fax: 0870 324 0070
- Witness Service: 0300 332 1197
- Witness Care Unit (Police): 01392 226051
- Citizens Advice: 0808 278 7845 (Monday to Friday, 10am–4pm)
Other Court Contacts at Exeter Law Courts
- General Enquiries: 01392 415 300
- Civil Court Email: [email protected]
- Family Court Email: [email protected]
- Magistrates' Court Enquiries: 0330 808 4407 (Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm, Sat 8am–2pm)
- CASS+ Support: 01392 415 335 / [email protected]
Opening Times
Exeter Law Courts is open Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. Telephone enquiries are answered between 9:00am and 4:00pm. Counter services are available strictly by appointment only. The building is closed on weekends, bank holidays, and during annual court recess periods at Christmas, Easter, and summer.
Getting to Exeter Crown Court
Exeter Law Courts occupies a central location on Southernhay Gardens, close to Exeter Cathedral, Barnfield Theatre, and the main city centre shopping areas.
By Train
Exeter has two main railway stations. Exeter St Davids is approximately a 15-minute walk from the court and is served by Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry services, with direct trains from London Paddington, Bristol, Birmingham, and Plymouth. Exeter Central station is closer, roughly a 10-minute walk via the High Street and Southernhay, and is served by GWR local services and the Waterloo line via Salisbury.
By Bus
Exeter Bus Station on Paris Street is around a 5-minute walk from the court. Stagecoach South West operates the majority of local and regional bus services, connecting Exeter with Tiverton, Crediton, Exmouth, Sidmouth, and other Devon towns.
By Car
Exeter is accessible via the M5 motorway (junction 30) and the A30/A38 trunk roads. There is no parking at Exeter Law Courts. The nearest public car parks are Exeter City Council's Magdalen Road and Magdalen Street pay-and-display car parks, both within short walking distance. Blue Badge holders should contact the court in advance to arrange accessible parking nearby.
Building Facilities
Exeter Law Courts is a fully accessible, modern building equipped with a range of facilities for all court users. Entry requires passing through a security arch — anyone with a pacemaker should alert the security officer beforehand. The building features lifts to all floors, level access into courtrooms, and a ramp at the entrance. Fourteen consultation rooms are available across the ground and second floors on a first-come basis. Video conferencing and prison-to-court video link facilities are available by prior arrangement. Additional amenities include free GovWifi throughout the building, refreshment vending machines, separate witness waiting areas, baby changing facilities, prayer and quiet rooms on request, portable hearing enhancement systems, and Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyards. Assistance dogs are welcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check today's Exeter Crown Court listings?
Today's daily cause list for Exeter Crown Court is published each working day by HMCTS and displayed on this page. Listings include courtroom numbers, hearing times, case references, and presiding judges. Lists are typically available from the afternoon before the next day's hearings. You can also contact the Crown Court listing office directly on 01392 415 332.
What should I bring to Exeter Crown Court?
Bring your court summons or hearing notice, valid photo identification, and any legal documents relevant to your case. Witnesses should carry their witness summons. Mobile phones must be switched to silent mode and cannot be used for recording inside courtrooms.
Can members of the public attend hearings at Exeter Crown Court?
Most Crown Court hearings are open to the public unless reporting restrictions have been imposed by the judge. Public galleries are available in the courtrooms. Remote observation of hearings may be possible by prior arrangement with the court office.
Is Exeter Crown Court the same as Exeter Law Courts?
Yes. Exeter Crown Court sits within the Exeter Law Courts building at Southernhay Gardens. The same complex also houses the County Court, Family Court, and Magistrates' Court for the Exeter area, making it a combined court centre serving multiple jurisdictions from a single location.
Is there a dress code for Exeter Crown Court?
There is no formal dress code, but smart and respectful attire is expected. Hats, caps, and sunglasses should be removed inside courtrooms. Legal professionals are expected to robe appropriately for trial and sentencing hearings.
