Looking for rainy day things to do in Exmouth or a cosy indoor activity everyone will actually enjoy? Welcome to Arty Boat — a relaxed, feel-good creative experience for families, couples and friends.
A relaxed creative experience in Exmouth, Devon — and one of the most unique things to do in Exmouth on a wet or windy day.
Why people love Arty Boat
Looking for a rainy day activity in Exmouth?
Arty Boat is home to the Signature Wooden Duck Experience™ — a relaxed, fully hosted 3-hour creative session where you paint your own wooden duck and take it home the same day.
- ✔ Beginner-friendly
- ✔ All materials included
- ✔ Refreshments included
- ✔ Take it home the same day
- ✔ Just 10 mins from Devon Cliffs
- ✔ Perfect for families & friends
Reserve your creative seat in seconds • Sessions fill fast on weekends & rainy days
It’s calm. It’s exciting. It works for all ages. And you take your creation home the same day. When the weather turns, it’s become one of the best things to do in Exmouth.
Looking for what to do in Exmouth when it rains? Arty Boat offers a relaxed creative experience where you can paint pottery or design your own wooden duck.
Our Signature Wooden Duck Experience™ is a unique duck painting experience in Devon, exclusive to Arty Boat in Exmouth.
A Creative Highlight of Your Exmouth Holiday
When the weather turns (or you fancy a break from the beach), it can be surprisingly hard to find something that suits everyone. Arty Boat is designed to be that “we’re so glad we found this” moment — relaxed enough for nervous beginners, and exciting enough to feel like a real holiday experience.
If you’re searching for things to do in Exmouth this weekend, planning a family day out, or simply wondering where to go on a wet afternoon, Arty Boat is a cosy, creative choice right in the heart of town.
What Can You Do at Arty Boat?
Choose your item on the day and paint at your own pace — with friendly guidance whenever you want it. We’re known for two main experiences:
Our signature activity — quirky, addictive and brilliant for all ages.
Explore wooden duck painting →
Relaxed pottery painting with a same-day finish, sealed in-studio (no kiln).
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A little “reset” in the middle of your session — warm drinks, calm vibes, and time together.
Love Pottery Painting? You’ll Probably Love This Too…
If you came here searching for pottery painting in Exmouth, you’re in the right place.
Love pottery painting?
Then you’re going to adore this…
At Arty Boat, we’ve taken everything people love about pottery painting — the calm, the creativity, the satisfaction — and created a wooden version that’s just as relaxing and beginner-friendly.
Same relaxing principles.
Same beginner-friendly guidance.
But a whole new world of originality.
Our signature wooden ducks have become a bit of an obsession (don’t say we didn’t warn you 🦆). Once you paint one, you’ll want a whole flock.
- ✨ Suitable for all ages — from 4 to 104
- ✨ Guided step-by-step support
- ✨ Take your creation home the same day
🗓️ Book Your Session
How pricing works:
Items are chosen and paid for on the day.
To reserve your space: £3.50 per person (includes a drink during your session).
Items range: £12–£35 • Wooden ducks start from: £26
Most guests spend: around £20–£30 per person.
Take-home same day: All creations are sealed in-studio and ready to take home the same day. (We do not kiln-fire pottery.)
Choose your date and time below:
📍 Visit Arty Boat (Exmouth)
Arty Boat
46 Exeter Road
Exmouth
EX8 1PY
If you’re searching for indoor activities Exmouth, rainy day things to do in Exmouth, or rainy day activities Exmouth with kids, Arty Boat is a cosy, creative option that feels like a treat — not just a time-filler.
We’re an easy choice for holidaymakers, day-trippers and locals looking for a creative activity in Exmouth, Devon.
FAQs
Is Arty Boat good for rainy days in Exmouth?
Yes — we’re an indoor, cosy studio and one of the most popular rainy day things to do in Exmouth. It’s relaxed, warm and suitable for all ages.
What can you do in Exmouth when it rains?
There are a few lovely indoor options, but one of the most relaxing is Arty Boat — where you can paint pottery or create your own wooden duck in our cosy Exmouth studio.
What age is it suitable for?
Our sessions are beginner-friendly and work brilliantly for children, teens and adults — typically from age 4+, and we often have grandparents painting too.
Do we need to book in advance?
We recommend booking — especially on weekends, school holidays and rainy days. You can book here: artyboat.co.uk/book
How does pricing work?
You pay £3.50 per person to reserve your space (includes a drink during your session). You then choose your item on the day and pay for it in-studio. Most guests spend around £20–£30 per person.
Do we take our items home the same day?
Yes — creations are sealed in-studio and ready to take home the same day. We do not kiln-fire pottery.
Is this a good activity for families visiting Exmouth with kids?
Definitely. It’s one of those rare activities that keeps kids engaged while adults genuinely enjoy it too — which is why it’s popular for rainy day activities Exmouth with kids.
Want to explore more?
Start with Wooden Duck Painting or head straight to Book to secure your slot.
