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
At Morris Shapland Financial Services Ltd we have endeavoured to recruit and retain people of high integrity. Our advisers take part in ongoing continuous professional development and training to ensure that they are appropriately skilled and competent. Our company was formed in 1997 by founder
The Bideford Youth Pipe Band is based in the "Little white town" of Bideford on the rugged North Devon coast. We formed in 1991, the band is made up of youngsters between the ages of 10 and 18, togethe r with their teachers. We play a range of traditional Scottish favourites like 'Scotland the Brave
This widely known and respected Art Society has historic links to the Burton Art Gallery & Museum in Bideford, North Devon. Members of the Society include painters, printmakers, sculptors, wood-carvers, potters and textile artists.
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