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
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One Atlantic is a community forum made up of private, public and voluntary sectors covering Bideford and the surrounding areas including Appledore, Northam and Westward Ho! We are a partnership that work together to support our local community’s health and wellbeing.