The Bideford Railway Heritage Centre has restored the railway. The railway opened in 1855, being extended from Barnstaple and ran onwards to Torrington in 1871. For many years direct trains ran to and from London Waterloo, including the famous “Atlantic Coast Express.” Sadly the line fell victim of
With a pretty riverside setting, the Royal Hotel in Bideford is part of the Brend Group of Hotels. It makes a wonderful base from which to explore all the delights of North Devon. The hotel is based literally on the Tarka Trail, making us the perfect location for walkers and cyclists to see Devon
180 miles of discovery The Tarka Trail is a 180 mile, figure-eight loop inspired by the route travelled by Tarka the Otter. Unspoiled countryside, dramatic sea cliffs and the longest, continuous cycle path in the UK are waiting to be discovered. Walking or cycling, The Tarka Trail offers the best
Refurnish Bideford in Mill Street is a charity helping people, reducing waste and re-using furniture and household items. We offer affordable reused goods
VanQuest are a family-run campervan hire business based in beautiful North Devon, trading since 2011. We have a fleet of modern VW T5/T6 campervans that are clean, comfortable, fuel-efficient and great value, each with its own individual identity to make your hiring experience unique. If you have
Ellerton Bed and Breakfast is nestled in the heart of Bideford, in a quiet cul-de-sac, a short walk from the town centre and offers clean, warm and comfortable accommodation and a friendly atmosphere at a competitive price. Each of our spacious, light and airy rooms has either en-suite facilities or