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
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
Our main provision for Bideford is daily kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding on the River Torridge. We operate daily between Little America (LA) and Kingsley Steps / Bank End on the Quay.
With stunning landscapes, remarkable places to visit, and an enormous range of things to do; Yapham Cottages make the ideal location for a visit to North Devon and Cornwall
A Georgian country house set in private gardens on the outskirts of Bideford, offering luxurious self-catering accommodation, private functions, weddings and corporate events.
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