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
The Durrant House Hotel is Bideford's largest hotel, boasting 125 comfortable bedrooms, an a la carte restaurant and a luxury spa and salon on site. The Hotel also has an outdoor pool which is open to guests throughout the summer months, as well as a sauna and a small gym.
The Thatched Inn is a traditional historic pub situated in the small village of Abbotsham. Formerly a Tradesman pub, The Thatched Inn has been the heart of the local community for the past 400 years.
Situated next door to The Burton at Bideford, Café du Parc is a fabulous meeting place for breakfast, lunch and relaxing chats over coffee and a cake. The café is bistro-style, giving it a light, airy atmosphere with friendly staff who’ll make you feel at home.
Originally established in 1950 the Men’s and Ladies clubs merged in 2005 to form the mixed Bideford Victoria Park Bowling Club now in place. Our clubhouse has excellent facilities and our green is always maintained to a high standard. Members are mainly drawn from the Bideford and wider Torridge