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
Way of the Wharves is a Bideford based Maritime Heritage Charity. They created this stunning piece of informative art on the quayside wall, next to the Tarka the Otter sculpture. The 2-metre long, stainless steel interpretation panel tells the tale of East-the-Water’s historic wharves. Spanning
By Imogen Rose Jewellery is 100% handmade in a small coastal town on the edge of the English countryside in North Devon, South West England. At By Imogen Rose, we specialise in using recycled precious metals and natural gemstones that are carefully curated to create simple, dainty and stackable
Tourist Information Centre Our tourist information centre is conveniently located within the Burton Art Gallery, next to the Riverbank Car Park and Victoria Park. They offer a full information service at the front desk including tips on the best places to visit in North Devon, accommodation, bus
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
Owned by a local family, this newly built property is light, airy and spacious. It offers a Master en-suite , Double room and a single room, with a spacious family bathroom. Downstairs offers a separate living room, downstairs wc, along with a kitchen diner that opens up onto an enclosed garden. The