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If you’ve searched for a skate shop near Exeter, you’ve probably noticed there isn’t a dedicated skateboard shop in the city centre itself. The good news is you don’t have to settle for a generic sports shop or order from a faceless online retailer. Skatewarehouse is a genuine independent skate shop based just outside Exeter in Okehampton, Devon, and we’ve been keeping people rolling since 2002.
This guide covers what’s actually available to skaters in and around Exeter, how fast we can get gear to your door, and how to visit us in person if you’d rather see the boards before you buy.
There isn’t a specialist skateboard shop trading inside Exeter itself right now. Some general sports shops stock a small range of boards, but they’re rarely run by people who actually skate, and the range is usually limited to a few complete boards with no real choice on trucks, wheels, or decks.
If you want proper advice, a wide range of stock, and gear that’s actually built for skateboarding rather than toy-shop rubbish, Skatewarehouse is the closest genuine skate shop to Exeter. We’re a short drive from the city and we ship across Devon and the rest of the UK every working day.
We’re based at Brightley Mill in Okehampton, around 30 miles west of Exeter. We’re independent, Devon-based, and run by people who know the gear because we ride it ourselves. That means when you ask us a sizing question or need help choosing between two decks, you get a real answer, not a script.
We stock everything from complete skateboards and decks to trucks, wheels, bearings, grip tape, protection, and skate shoes, alongside surf skates, longboards, roller skates, and scooters. If it’s part of getting someone rolling, we’ve probably got it.
Most Exeter and Devon postcodes fall well within our normal delivery times. Order before 2pm on a working day and eligible items are dispatched the same day, with tracking emailed once your order is on its way.
We offer free standard delivery on qualifying Mainland UK orders over £70, which covers most Exeter addresses. Full details, including courier options and expected timeframes for on-demand items, are on our delivery information page.
Whether you’re after a first complete skateboard for beginners or a specific set of bearings to finish a build, there’s no need to drive into town or hope a local shop has stock. It’ll usually be with you well before the weekend.
Prefer to see and hold a board before you buy? You’re welcome to visit the warehouse shop. It’s roughly a 40-minute drive from Exeter along the A30, and it’s worth the trip if you want proper hands-on advice, to check deck width against your height, or to browse the full range in person rather than on a screen.
We’d recommend checking our current opening hours before setting off, especially around weekends and bank holidays.
Most Exeter shoppers land on our site looking for one of two things: a first skateboard, or an upgrade once they’ve outgrown a toy-shop board.
For complete beginners, an 8.0 inch complete is usually the best neutral starting point for teens and adults. Smaller riders under 5ft are better suited to a junior and mini youth complete, which is typically around 29 inches long and easier to control.
If you’re not sure where to start, our guide on how to choose a skateboard walks through age, height, and riding style step by step. We’d also always recommend a helmet and pads for anyone starting out, especially younger riders.
Skaters across Exeter, Exmouth, Crediton, and the rest of Devon choose us because we’re a proper skate shop, not a directory listing or a warehouse with no one behind it. We answer sizing questions honestly, we only stock brands worth having, and we’re genuinely local, not a national chain pretending to be your nearest option.
Ready to get rolling? Browse our full range of complete skateboards for beginners online, or visit the warehouse shop in Okehampton and see the range for yourself.
Is there a skate shop based in Exeter itself? Not a dedicated one at present. Skatewarehouse, based just outside the city in Okehampton, is the nearest genuine independent skate shop, and we deliver across Exeter and the rest of Devon.
How far is Skatewarehouse from Exeter? We’re around 30 miles west of Exeter, roughly a 40-minute drive along the A30 to our warehouse in Okehampton.
Can I click and collect or do I need delivery? Most customers order online for delivery, since it’s usually quicker than the drive. If you’d rather collect in person or browse before buying, you’re welcome to visit the warehouse shop directly.
How quickly can I get a skateboard delivered to an Exeter address? Orders placed before 2pm on a working day are usually dispatched the same day, with tracking sent by email. Most Devon addresses fall within our standard UK delivery times — see our delivery page for full details.
Do you sell skateboards for complete beginners as well as experienced skaters? Yes. We stock everything from junior completes and beginner setups through to pro decks and specialist parts for experienced riders.
Can I get advice on sizing before I buy? Yes. You can call the shop, email us, or visit in person. We’re happy to talk through age, height, and riding style to help you pick the right size.
