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Bideford Quay.
No shipping. The paddle steamer Waverly due 15.15 7th June, departing 16.30.
Yelland Quay.
No shipping this month.
Appledore.
Atherstone still alongside the quay .
In Port –
Jutland – (ex – Ambassadeur 2000, Kliftrans 2016); built 1997; arrived 29/5, sailed 31/5.
Photographs of the Jutland sailing from Appledore 09.00 31/5 –
Bristol Channel Observations.
1/5 at 15.59 vehicle carrier Neptune Dynamis, 6,850 tons d.w., owners Dynamis Shipping Greece, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 12.28.
2/5 at 14.58 vehicle carrier Tourmaline Ace, 18,000 tons d.w., owners MOL Auto Carrier Express Japan, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 10.16 (this vessel on her maiden voyage).
3/5 at 10.25 cargo vessel Eems Drait, 3,650 tons d.w., owners Drait Ship Ltd Netherlands, inward bound for Sharpness. At 13.51 cargo vessel Eems Solar, 2,620 tons d.w., owners Kornet & Zonen Netherlands, inward bound for Newport. At 15.42 vehicle carrier Wen Jing Kou, 18,000 tons d.w., owners Cosco Shipping China, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 11.04.
4/5 at 10.07 cargo vessel Sky Str, 4,600 tons d.w. owners Sky Str Inc Turkey, inward bound for Newport. At 15.26 cargo vessel Rosi, 3,850 tons d.w., owners Grimpe Marine Consulting Germany, inward bound for Avonmouth. At 15.59 vehicle carrier Grande Napoli1, 14,565 tons d.w., owners Grimaldi line of Italy, inward bound for Portbury. At 17.32 vehicle carrier Autosun, 6,670 tons d.w., owners UECC Uniperssoal Madeira, inward bound for Portbury.
5/5 at 18.33 aggregate carrier Aasvik, 7,200 tons d.w., owners Aasnes Bulk Norway, inward bound for Avonmouth.
6/5 at 15.56 cargo vessel Arklow Ace, 8,543 tons d.w., owners Arklow Shipping Eire, inward bound for Swansea.
7/5 at 12.41 cargo vessel Eems Dart, 3,725 tons d.w., owners Amasus Shipping Netherlands, inward bound for Sharpness
8/5 at 12.04 vehicle carrier Freesia Leader, 19,514 tons d.w., owners Nippon Yusen Kaisha Japan, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 06.59. At 19.02 container vessel Trouper, 11,464 tons d.w., owners Dede Reederei Germany, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 13.57.
9/5 at 09.10 vehicle carrier Grande Spagne, 12,594 tons d.w., owners Grimaldi Line of Italy, inward bound for Portbury. At 18.55 cargo vessel Wilson Liverpool, owners Wilson Shipowning Norway, outward bound from Swansea having sailed at 15.17.
10/5 at 07.24 cargo vessel Lotus, inward bound for Newport.
11/5 at 10.08 vehicle carrier Neptune Dynamis, 6,850 tons d.w., owners Dynamis Shipping Co Greece, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 05.27. At 19.06 cargo vessel Wilson Paldiski, owners Wilson Shipowning Norway, inward bound for Sharpness.
12/5 at 11.11 vehicle carrier Neptune Aegli, owners Aegli Shipping Greece, inward bound for Portbury.
13/5 at 08.24 container vessel Bernhard, 11,500 tons d.w., inward bound for Portbury.
14/5 at 11.15 cargo vessel Wilson Aviero, owners Wilson Shipowning Norway, inward bound for Avonmouth. At 13.08 cargo vessel Wilson Sky, 3,650 tons d.w., owners Wilson Shipowning Norway, outward bound from Newport having sailed at 07.21. At 14.00 tanker Stolt Jaeger, owners Stolt Nielson Netherlands, inward bound for Avonmouth.
15/5 at 16.00 aggregate carrier Aasli, 7,200 tons d.w., owners Aasnes Bulk Noway, inward bound for Port Talbot.
16/5 at 11.15 cargo vessel Celtic Explorer, 3,850 tons d.w., owners Geerdes Reederei Germany, inward bound for Avonmouth. At 12.43 vehicle carrier Auto Eco, owners UECC Uniperssoal Madeira, inward bound for Portbury. At 14.12 cargo vessel Celtic Ambassador, 3,550 tons d.w., owners Charles M Willie and Co Cardiff, inward bound for Cardiff.
17/5 at 04.53 vehicle carrier Auto Advance, owners UECC Uniperssoal Madeira, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 23.49 16th. At 13.53 cargo vessel Paulin B, inward bound for Sharpness. At 14.11 container vessel Bernard, 11,500 tons d.w., outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 09.43.
19/5 at 08.36 vehicle carrier Hoegh Borealis, 25,587 tons d.w., owners Hoegh Autoliners Norway, inward bound for Portbury. At 13.27 cargo vessel Fast Herman, owners Fast Line Belgium, inward bound for Sharpness . The small cruise ship Island Skyarrived Lundy Island about 06.00 and sailed for Rathlin Island about 12.00. At 17.56 vehicle carrier Cape Town Highway, 21,676 tons d.w., owners Kawasaki Kisen K.K. Japan, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 13.19. At 19.41 cargo vessel Eems Spring, outward bound from Sharpness having sailed at 09.35 . At 19.44 vehicle carrier Neptune Dynamis, owners Dynamis Shipping Greece, inward bound for Portbury.
20/5 at 07.35 vehicle carrier Neptune Barcelona, 17,170 tons d.w., owners Pythagoras Shipping Greece, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 01.56. At 7.36 cargo vessel Kalli G, outward bound from Newport having sailed at 00.51. At 19.57 container vessel Trouper, 11,646 tons d.w., owners Dede Reederei Germany, inward bound for Portbury.
21/5 at 16.13 vehicle carrier Grande Colonia, 12,292 tons d.w., owners Grimaldi Line of Italy, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 12.00.
22/5 at 10.14 vehicle carrier Eurocargo Bari, owners Malta Motorways of the Sea, inward bound for Avonmouth.
23/5 at 05.34 cargo vessel Eems Stream, inward bound for Sharpness. At 08.58 tanker Stolt Jaeger, owners Stolt Nielson Netherlands, inward bound for Barry. (Seen again at 09.55 25th outward bound from Barry having sailed at 04.4). At 09.10 vehicle carrier Autosun, 6,670 tons d.w., owners UECC Uniperssoal Madeira, inward bound for Portbury.
24/5 at 08.48 vehicle carrier Horizon Highway, 20,586 tons d.w., owners Kawasaki Kisen K.K. Japan, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 04.12. At 07.56 cargo vessel Aquamar, outward bound from Swansea having sailed at 04.22. At 10.31 aggregate carrier Aasfjord, owners Aasnes Bulk Norway, inward bound for Port Talbot.
25/5 at 09.45 cargo vessel Vertom Karianne, owners Netherlands inward bound for Sharpness. At 18.23 cargo vessel Wilson Aveiro, owners Wilson Shipowning Norway, inward bound for Avonmouth.
26/5 at 14.23 vehicle carrier Morning Clara, 18,638 tons d.w., owners Eukor Car Carriers inc South Korea, inward bound for Portbury.
28/5 at 13.04 cargo vessel Liva Immoglu, outward bound from Newport having sailed at 05.13. At 13.25 vehicle carrier Auto Eco, owners Uniperssoal Madeira, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 08.45. At 15.23 cargo vessel Arklow Ace, outward bound from Swansea having sailed at 08.05.
30/5 at 11.25 container vessel Bernard, 11,700 tons d.w., inward bound for Portbury. At 11.40 vehicle carrier Hoegh Trader, 21,700 tons d.w., owners Hoegh Autoliners ltd Norway, inward bound for Portbury. At 13.24 vehicle carrier Liv Jiang Kou, owners Cosco Shipping China, inward bound for Portbury. This was the vessel’s maiden voyage.
31/5 at 17.34 vehicle carrier Anji Virtue, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 13.01 – this is her maiden voyage.
Regards,
Norman.
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Torridge District Council is excited to announce its upcoming Careers Fair, providing a valuable opportunity to explore careers at the Council. The events will take place at the Caddsdown Business Support Centre in Bideford on Tuesday 10th June, from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, and on Thursday 12th June from 10:00am to 12:00pm.
Discover a wide range of job roles, from frontline services to behind-the-scenes support and get expert advice on the application process and interview preparation. Attendees will have the chance to meet representatives from several key departments, including Waste & Recycling and Revenues & Benefits. Additionally, Active Torridge will be present to provide information about opportunities in leisure and wellbeing, promoting healthy lifestyles and community engagement across the district.
Councillor Ken James, Leader of Torridge District Council, commented: “If you are passionate about enhancing community well-being or public service, there are a wide range of exciting opportunities at Torridge District Council. Please feel free to ask any questions, as we are eager to help you learn more about starting a rewarding and meaningful career with us”.
For more information and a map to the event location, please visit torridge.gov.uk/caddsdown/find-us. The Torridge Careers Website can also be found at careers.torridge.gov.uk. We look forward to seeing you there!
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A collection of articles from the ‘Bideford Gazette’ during June 1925, kindly selected by Bideford Community Archive.
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Jim Hearn and Dora Hoblin are married at St Mary’s Church, Bideford. The marriage took place at Bideford Wesleyan Methodist Church of Mr Sidney Violet and Miss Olive Cole.
Providence House, Bideford, for sale, and Tresillian, at Raleigh.
In these days of increasing fuel costs, Bideford Gas and Coke Company Limited stress that they supply cheaper fuel.
Bideford Urban District Council’s meeting, generous recognition was made of the smart and effective services of the Bideford Fire Brigade at the alarming outbreak in High-street. In his official report the captain of the Brigade, Mr Morris, set on record that on May 25th he received an alarm of fire about 3.45pm by the Fire Alarm System. The maroon was also fired. The captain immediately proceeded to the Fire Station and ordered that the hose was to be taken to the fire which had occurred at the premises of Messrs Stephens Brain and Co. ironmongers, in High Street. Found that a furious fire was raging at the back of the premises, apparently having commenced with the oil stores. The hose was connected to the hydrants in High Street and New Street and carried through Messrs Stephens and Co’s passage and through Messrs Cox and Lee’s premises adjoining. Meanwhile the engine was manhandled down from the Fire Station. The danger was well over by 7pm but the Brigade remained on duty till 10pm and two men remained on duty all night. The total fire brigades’ and helpers expenses (including £18 5s for the Barnstaple engines and Brigade) amounted to £59 12s 4d.
The future of the Bideford War Trophy guns was decided after a heated debate in Committee. The Council in committee now reported in favour of the offer of the Officer Commanding the 6th Devon (TF) to park the guns in front of their Drill Hall on the Pill (almost opposite their former position at the Park Gates) being accepted, the Council to keep the guns in proper order and condition.
A Fete takes place at St Mary’s Church, Bideford.
At an inquest at Brightstone, Isle of Wight, on the body of a seafaring man who was washed ashore it was stated that his clothes bore as the name of the maker “George Boyle, tailor, Bideford” and in his pocket were spectacles stamped “George Way, optician, The Square, Barnstaple.”
At an inquest held by the Coroner, Mr G W F Brown, Mrs Mary Hamlyn of Higher Gunstone, Bideford, identified her brother, Arthur Ebsary, as the deceased man who was found at the top of Raleigh Hill by Miss Squires. The Coroner returned a verdict of Death from Natural Causes.
The Long Bridge, Bideford, is re-opened. Residents along the Quay front and Bridgeland Street are invited to display flags and decorate their premises for the occasion of the Bridge Opening.
With the severing of a silken ribbon barrier with a pair of presentation golden-handled scissors and the unveiling of a handsome bronze tablet bearing an inscription, Earl Fortescue, the Lord Lieutenant of Devon, re-opened the celebrated ‘Long’ Bridge of Bideford after its extensive reconstruction and widening, the preparatory work for which was commenced on the piers and cutwaters some thirteen years ago. The occasion, quite rightly, was made one of great public rejoicing; the town was gaily beflagged, and the ceremony witnessed by many thousands of visitors, including many figuring prominently in the public life of the county. A book titled “The story of the Long Bridge” is on sale, priced at 1 shilling “and as much more as you can afford”. Every penny will go to the Children’s Ward at the hospital. Photographs of the ceremonies are found in the paper of 9 June together with comprehensive lists of all 200 characters who were represented in the pageant.
Church Girls’ School, Bideford – As the result of the examination held on May 16th 1925, at the Barnstaple Grammar School, two free scholarships have been awarded to Irene Gladys Stephens and Marjorie Vera Bartingale.
Before the Mayor (Dr Toye), and Messrs J Cock, J U Fulford, G Boyle and J H Davis – Augustus Moore, coal heaver, of Strand Cottage, Bideford, was fined 3s for not having a name on the collar of his dog. For driving a motor lorry without a license, Owen Found, High Bullen, St Giles, was fined 3s.
Much sympathy is felt with Mr and Mrs S England, of Elm Grove, Bideford, in the loss of their daughter, Rose, who passed away at the age of 31 years after a long illness patiently borne. The funeral took place at the Public Cemetery and was largely attended. Rev J T Halstead officiated.
Go to Heard Brothers Ltd at Westcombe and Broad Quay, Bideford for a complete four seater car for £125.
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Hartland Book Festival
SATURDAY 14 June 2025 10am – 3pm
Hartland Parish Hall, The Square, Hartland, EX39 6BL
Excitement is building for the Hartland Book Festival!
Mark your diaries – the Hartland Book Festival promises to be a relaxed and inspiring celebration of books, creativity, and community. Hosted by The Resurgence Trust – an environmental and educational charity based at The Resurgence Centre in Hartland, North Devon – this friendly, free-entry event is a wonderful opportunity for authors and readers to connect, chat, and enjoy some homemade cake.
Taking place on Saturday 14 June from 10am to 3pm at Hartland Parish Hall, the festival will feature twenty local authors across a variety of genres – from romance and thrillers to science fiction – so there’s truly something for every kind of bookworm.
With events for all ages spread across three vibrant venues, you can expect writing and art workshops, poetry performances, and a guided nature walk. Families are especially welcome to enjoy a free children’s trail, delightful poetry displays by local schoolchildren, and plenty of cake to go around.
Workshops and Events
In addition to meeting local authors and enjoying the book stalls, visitors can take part in a diverse range of workshops and creative activities happening throughout the day:
Environmental Cartoon & Illustration Workshop with Joseph Witchall: A fun, hands-on session for children aged 5+ to explore live drawing, character creation and storytelling. 10:30am–12:30pm, Hartland Parish Hall. £5 per child.
Guided Nature Walk – Xenia: Meeting Our New Floral Neighbours: Join reconciliation ecologist and plant writer Pete Yeo for a walk around the village, exploring themes of hospitality and the surprising stories of local wild plants. 10am–12pm, departing from the Parish Hall. £8.
Earth Book Workshop: Make your own nature journal using inks from earth pigments and botanicals, and write a message to the Earth. 10:30am–12:30pm, St John’s Chapel. £15.
Creative Writing Workshop with Cheryl Silvawood: Be inspired by the natural world and your inner observer in this guided writing session. 10am–11:30am, Resurgence Centre. £15 / £10 concession.
The Sounding Lounge: A welcoming space to share your own writing – whether you’re just starting out or an experienced writer. All ages welcome. 12–1:30pm, Resurgence Centre. Suggested donation.
Poetry Performance: Enjoy a moving reading by award-winning poet and mental health ambassador Charlotte Faulconbridge. 2–2:30pm, Parish Hall café. Suggested donation.
All workshops and events are open to the public – booking is advised as places are limited. Full details and ticket links can be found at resurgenceevents.org/hartlandbookfest2025
Come along and be part of this joyful celebration of stories, ideas, and community spirit!
For further information visit our Facebook page @hartlandbookfestival or website resurgenceevents.org
For Enquiries contact Amy Lythgoe-Jones: ?01237 441293 [email protected]
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Bideford Phoenix Morris Dancing Out Dates this coming month:
Wednesday 11th June at the Coach and Horses, Buckland Brewer from 7.30pm.
Wednesday 18th June 7.30pm at the Hartland Quay Hotel with Barrel Morris.
Wednesday 25th June 7.30pm walking tour of Instow with Borderline Morris. Beginning at the Quay Inn, then the Commodore Hotel, and finally outside the Wayfarer Inn.
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The Pannier Market Hall in Great Torrington has recently undergone a significant refurbishment programme to ensure it remains a vibrant hub for residents and visitors alike. As part of the transformation, a set of new doors has been installed, adding a fresh and inviting touch to the entrance. The renovation work began in early March and finished just in time for the Market Hall to form part of Great Torrington’s VE Day celebrations.
The primary objective of the project was to enhance the existing Market Hall area, which is active and operational on Fridays and Saturdays. The Council’s aim was to create a more inviting and welcoming atmosphere for visitors, ensuring a pleasant experience as they explore the market. This involved visual and functional upgrades designed to make the space more appealing and accessible to all. The ceilings, walls, roof supports, pillars, and gates were painted. The roof supports and pillars were painted light grey, while the gates were black.
To create a usable space in the centre of the Market Hall for food concessions, historically located only outside, the project involved several improvements. These included installing appropriate lighting, power, and ventilation for food and market stallholders, as well as their customers.
Additionally, utilising the existing bin storage area, the contractors constructed a high-security external storage shed for the market’s tables and chairs.
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Have You Ever Thought About Murder?
Murder We Wrote is North Devon’s premier Murder Mystery Company, based right here in Bideford. MWW is part of Atlantic Coast Theatre, who were previously responsible for many large-scale popular musicals at the Queen’s Theatre Barnstaple, including; Avenue Q, Legally Blond, Grease, The Addams Family, Footloose and many more. However, following the pandemic, like many clubs and societies, we found ourselves having to move in a different direction. Many members no longer fancied the 8 week intensive rehearsal schedule required for such large-scale productions, nor did they want to learn all those lines, songs and dance routines. So, we decided to form a Murder Mystery Company where the majority of the dialogue is ad-lib, made up as we go and we normally only have a couple of rehearsals for each new storyline or script.
Four years down the line we are finding that the quality of our offering is far beyond other companies who offer a Murder Mystery experience. Normally they might only have four or five characters, one of which doubles as the Police Inspector and you never get to see the body. Whereas we field seven to over ten characters, we don’t double up roles and our Inspector only appears towards the end to help the audience solve the case – and yes, you always get to see the poor victim. We are so lucky to have a team of talented actors who not only bring our crazy characters to life but are also able to perform live singing and even the odd dance routine. Our events are fully interactive with the characters chatting to you at your tables, it’s not a sit down and watch type of stage theatre event. Having said that, you don’t have to get involved and if you pay attention all the clues are there for you to determine who the guilty party is. Our events normally run for about 2 1/2 hours and are based around a meal. How’s that for value for money?
So, where can you enjoy our next performance? We have two bookings coming up in August and October at The Cedars, Barnstaple and we’re looking forward to bringing some haunted fun to The Royal Hotel, Bideford on Halloween. You can check out how our events work and meet our acting team, as well as checking out a photo gallery and details of other forthcoming public events on our website www.murderwewrote.co.uk
Atlantic Coast Theatre is a registered charity, and all proceeds from our events go to purchasing authentic costumes, wigs, make-up, sound and lighting equipment. You can find out more information and how to book us or get in contact via our website.
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Bideford Quay.
Oldenburg has resumed her regular crossing to Lundy from Bideford and Ifrcacombe.
Yelland Quay.
No shipping this month
Appledore.
Atherstone still alongside Quay, Quorn still in shed.
In port –
Fri Ocean – built 2008; flag Bahamas; arrived 1/4, sailed 2/4 ; discharged 1,861 tons rape meal.
Swe Bulk – built 1996; flag Cyprus; arrived 27/4, sailed 27/4 ; discharged 3,300 tons grain.
Bristol Channel Observations.
2/4 at 15.06 cargo vessel Lady Jasmin, outward bound from Cardiff having sailed at 10.06.
4/4 at 11.12 cargo vessel Pozini, 4,495 tons d.w., owners Namar Shipping Ltd Marshal Islands, inward bound for Cardiff.
5/4 at 12.25 tanker Claus, 7,402 tons d.w., owners Carl F Peters Hamburg, inward bound for Barry. At 19.37 tanker Thun Linkoping, 18,684 tons d.w., owners Thun Tankers Netherlands, outward bound from Avonmouth having sailed at 02.15.
6/4 at 11.36 vehicle carrier Vega Leader, 16,396 tons d.w., owners Nippon Yusen Kaisha Japan, inward bound for Portbury. At 17.53 vehicle carrier Turquoise Ace, 18,439 tons d.w., owners Fractal Marine Corp Japan, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 13.49.
7/4 at 06.56 vehicle carrier Thor Highway, 18,684 tons d.w., owners Kawaski Kisen Kaisha Japan, outward bound from Portbury.
9/4 – at 08.43 vehicle carrier Iguazu Highway, 21,052 tons d.w., owners La Darien Navegacion S.A. Japan, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 04.46. At 13.03 vehicle carrier Hoegh Trident, 21,423 tons d.w., owners Hoegh Autoliners Norway, inward bound for Portbury.
10./4 at 11.45 cargo vessel Wind Power, inward bound for Avonmouth. At 11.55 cargo vessel Celtic Pioneer, 5,698 tons d.w., owners Charles W Willie Cardiff, inward bound for Cardiff. At 20.18 vehicle carrier Neptune Dynamis, 6,850 tons d.w., owners Dynamis Shipping Ltd Greece, inward bound for Portbury.
11/4 at 08.40 vehicle carrier Mermaid Ace, 18,828 tons d.w., owners MOL Auto Carrier Express Japan, inward bound for Portbury. (Seen again at 10.22 12th outward bound from Portbury, having sailed at 05.07). At 09.16 cargo vessel Wilson Leith, owners Wilson Shipowning Ltd Norway, inward bound for Sharpness. At 14.20 cargo vessel Arklow Rally, 6,847 tons d.w., owners Arklow Shipping Eire, inward bound for Newport. At 16.27 cargo vessel Eems Servant, outward bound from Sharpness having sailed at 06.39.
13/4 at 09.44 container vessel Bernhard, inward bound for Portbury. At 13.57 tanker Cavalli, 3,888 tons d.w., owners Diarelli & Cavalli Tankers GMBH & Co Germany, bound for Barry.
14/4 at 16.14 vehicle carrier Auto Energy,16,788 tons d.w., owners UECC Unipersssoal Maderia, inward bound for Portbury.
16/4 at 15.35 cargo vessel Lady Carina, inward bound for Avonmouth. At 16.25 Kalli G, inward bound for Newport. At 16.40 cargo vessel Celtic Pioneer, 5,698 tons d.w., owners Charles W Willie Cardiff, outward bound from Cardiff having sailed at 05.20.
17/4 at 05.20 cargo vessel Arklow Venus, 5,158 tons d.w., outward bound from Avonmouth having sailed at 23.38 16th). At 05.35 cargo vessel Gulf Express, inward bound for Newport.
18/4 at 11.35 cargo vessel Pozoni, 4,495 tons d.w., owners Namar Shipping Ltd Marshal Islands, outward bound from Cardiff having sailed at 17.04 9th (previously anchored Blue Anchor Bay awaiting orders). At 13.55 vehicle carrier Oceanus Highway, 21,000 tons d.w., owners Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Japan, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 09.46 – this vessel on maiden voyage.
19/4 at 12.15 cargo vessel Carolina, inward bound for Sharpness. At 13.29 cargo vessel Arklow Beach, 8,660 tons d.w., inward bound for Avonmouth. At 17.49 vehicle carrier Neptune Dynamis, 6,850 tons d.w., owners Dynamis Shipping Greece, inward bound for Portbury. (Seen again at 05.45 21st outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 00.08).
20/4 at 17.58 cargo vessel Rix Venture, 4,979 tons d.w.,inward bound for Sharpness.
21/4 at 13.15 vehicle carrier Neptune Aegli, 21,611 tons d.w., owners Aegli Shipping Greece, inward bound for Portbury. At 18.15 vehicle carrier Auto Aspire, 12,452 tons d.w., owners Uecc Uniperssoal Madeira, inward bound for Portbury. (Seen again at 10.16 23rd outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 05.48).
22/4 at 14.17 vehicle carrier Coral Leader, 12,164 tons d.w., owners Nippon Yusen Kaisha Japan, inward bound for Portbury. At 18.00 tanker Cavalli, 3,888 tons d.w., owners Diabelli & Cavalli Tankers GMBH & Co Germany, inward bound for Barry.
23/4 at 16.13 vehicle carrier Gan Kiang Kou, owners Cosco Shipping China, inward bound for Portbury. At 18.16 cargo vessel Amadeus Smaraco, inward bound for Avonmouth.
24/4 at 07.29 vehicle carrier Morning Crest, 19,927 tons d.w., owners Eukor Car Carrier South Korea, outward bound from Portbury having sailed at 01.53 . At 07.38 ro-ro vessel City of Hamburg, 3,500 tons d.w., owners Louis Dreyfus France, inward bound for Portbury.
25/4 at 11.17 vehicle carrier California Highway, 18,644 tons d.w., owners Kawasaki Kisen K.K. Japan, inward bound for Portbury.
27/4 at 11.29 tanker Ravel, 3,894 tons d.w., owners Ravel Tanker GMBH & Co K.G., outward bound from Barry having sailed at 07.57. At 12.09 cargo vessel Fri Brevik, inward bound for Avonmouth. At 14.12 cargo vessel Warber, 4,114 tons d.w., inward bound for Newport.
28/4 at 15.42 vehicle carrier Auto Achieve, owners UECC Uniperssoal Madeira, inward bound for Portbury.
30/4 at 14.06 vehicle carrier Neptune Dynamis, 6,850 tons d.w., owners Dynamis Shipping Greece, inward bound for Portbury. At 16.04 aggregate carrier Aasli, 6,200 tons d.w., owners Aasnes Bulk Norway, inward bound for Port Talbot.
Regards,
Norman.
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A collection of articles from the ‘Bideford Gazette’ during May 1925, kindly selected by Bideford Community Archive.
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While the River Bank and Park Committee’s report was under discussion at the meeting of Bideford Urban District Council, Mr F T Upton referred to a reference in the press to the unexplained disappearance of the captured German guns from the entrance to the Park and asked what had become of them. The Committee might inform the Council whey they had been put away in the Council’s yard.
Bideford’s highly esteemed Town Clerk, Mr W B Seldon, met with an injury to his head whilst motoring and which might easily have been more serious. He was, we understand, passing Southcott Corder, East-the-Water, in a car with his wife and daughter, when another car came out suddenly on to the road forcing the other to make a sharp swerve alongside the hedge to avoid collision. In the jolt Mr Seldon sustained a scalp wound which required to be stitched, but the injury we are glad to learn is not regarded as serious.
The extraordinary behaviour of a Bideford seafaring man on Barnstaple Long Bridge will claim the attention of Barnstaple Magistrates.
At a meeting of Bideford Town Council, it was reported that Bideford Harbour Bill had passed its second reading in the House of Lords, and will go to the unopposed committee stage to be heard by the House of Lords. The Council appointed the Borough Accountant to attend to prove the preamble.
At a meeting of Bideford Chamber of Trade it was resolved to recommend the closing of shops at noon instead of one o’clock on June 3rd, the occasion of the Bridge reopening.
Twelve lads of the Church Lads’ Brigade, under Sergt-Major Johns, formed a guard of honour at the christening of the second daughter of Captain and Mrs Snell, at St Mary’s Church, Bideford. The Sergt-Major, in a short speech, asked Mrs Snell to accept a silver Christening Cup, suitably inscribed, “To Valerie Adams Snell, from the Bideford Company, CLB.”
Furniture from 3 Gernville (Grenville) Terrace, Bideford, for sale.
P.S. Parr comes to Bideford as Inspector. Ex-Sergeant Broad is presented with a handsome sideboard.
Mr W H Rogers was re-elected chairman of Bideford Board of Guardians and Mr J M Metherell vice-chairman.
Bideford Football Club has brilliant win in the Torridge Cup Final.
Mr Frank Verren and Miss Decoutter are married at the Sacred Heart Church, Bideford.
The marriage took place at Bideford United Methodist Church of Mr F Leslie Haughton, Camelford, and Miss Florence L Adams, Westcroft, Bideford. The Rev William Rodda officiated.
5 May 1925 – The first meeting since its formation of the Rotary Club of Bideford, was held at Friendship Hotel, on Thursday, the President, the Mayor of Bideford (Dr E J Toye) presiding.
Much sympathy is felt with Mr and Mrs Potter, of Handy Cross, Bideford, in the loss they have sustained by the death, after only a brief illness, of their eldest daughter, Miss Gladys Potter. Mr Wadey officiated at the funeral which a large number of relatives and friends attended as a mark of sympathy and respect.
The funeral of the late Mrs E Sherborne, of Silver Street, Bideford, took place at the Church Cemetery, East-the-Water, in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends. The Rev W G Eeles officiated. Floral tributes were sent from the sorrowing husband and family.
The funeral of the late Miss Harriet Sing sub-postmistress of Trafalgar Place, daughter of Mr and Mrs R W Sing, took place at the Higher Cemetery, Bideford, the Rev J T Halstead officiating.
The funeral of the late Mrs Ellen Pound, widow of Mr J R Pound, who a generation ago and for many years carried on the business of a decorator in Mill Street took place at the Old Town Chapel Cemetery.
Flags were flown at half-mast on the Municipal Buildings at Bideford on the occasion of the funeral of the late Mr R E L Hookway, who had been borough surveyor for twenty years. The Mayor and Corporation attended in state, joining the cortege at the Bridge End on its arrival from Westward Ho! members of the local lodge and headed it in Bridgeland-street. The Bridge Trustees were represented by their Chairman and other members, six senior Council workmen acted as bearers, and the County Surveyor’s staff was also represented, whilst a large attendance of the professional and business element, as well as working men of the town and district testified to the general esteem in which the deceased was held by all classes.
We regret to record the death of Mr Thomas Lancey Hamlyn, decorator, late of 15 Buttgarden Street, Bideford, which occurred at his residence, Coniston, Clovelly Road, at the age of 66.
Double wedding at Bideford – Pearce-Hill, and Hill-Jeffery.
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We all know that getting out in nature is good for us, but it can be difficult to make time. Join the Northam Burrows Rangers, Finding Nature’s Footprints team and local experts for a walk each month to enjoy some fresh air and company outdoors.
The ‘Nature’s Tonic’ walks on Thursdays are gentle, short excursions lasting less than one hour on easy terrain. They are perfect for people seeking some fresh air and companionship but who may not be very active or confident in outdoor settings. On the other hand, the ‘Good Start to the Week’ walks on Mondays cover longer distances and involve more challenging terrain, lasting at least two hours.
Future events planned include:
Mon 16 June, 2pm-4pm – Summer flowers – A chance to explore the flora of the sand dunes and coastal grasslands on Northam Burrows. Meet at Northam Burrows visitor centre (EX39 1XS).
Thurs 3 July, 3pm-4pm – Beautiful butterflies – meet at Northam Burrows visitor centre (EX39 1XS).
Mon 14 July 1.30pm-4pm – History of Westward Ho! – An exploration of the early days of the seaside resort led by local historian Dave Edgcombe. Meet at Westward Ho! Slipway (EX39 1LL).
All events are free to attend and no pre booking is required but toll charges apply if you wish to drive a vehicle onto Northam Burrows. For more information about any of the events please visit [email protected] or call 01237 497708.
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Torridge District Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Devon-based TMS Maritime to deliver a new Quay Wall at its site at Middle Dock, Appledore – next to the Navantia Shipyard.
Early enabling works commenced onsite week beginning 14 April 2025, and will involve rebuilding the existing quay wall and slipway wall together with improvements to the slipway in preparation for the construction of the Appledore Clean Maritime Innovation Centre.
TMS Maritime expects to be onsite until early Autumn to deliver the Quay Wall works in advance of the significant commencement of the Main Works activity including the building of the Appledore Clean Maritime Innovation Centre facility.
Sean Kearney, Head of Communities and Place, Torridge District Council, said: “We are delighted to have appointed TMS Maritime to undertake these vital works to improve the Quay Wall, This is a very exciting step in the journey of this project. We hope that the delivery of this centre will put Appledore and Torridge at the forefront of innovation and investment in clean maritime energy”.
Will Bailey, Engineer, TMS Maritime, said: “TMS are delighted to announce that we have been awarded the contract for the construction of the new quay wall as part of the Appledore Clean Maritime Innovation Centre project.
This prestigious development represents a significant investment in the future of sustainable marine technologies, aiming to position Appledore as a hub for research, development, and innovation in the clean maritime sector.
Our scope of works includes the installation of a new quay wall structure to facilitate improved marine access, provide berthing for vessels supporting clean maritime research, and ensure the long-term resilience of the dock infrastructure. The project will involve a combination of mobilisation, piling operations and marine plant operations, all conducted in a live port environment with careful coordination with local stakeholders.
TMS will be deploying a full marine team, with the IHI 80T Crawler Crane and supporting equipment already mobilising to site. Early works are now underway, including the construction of the crane mat and preparation for the construction of the JUB”.
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A collection of articles from the ‘Bideford Gazette’ during April 1925, kindly selected by Bideford Community Archive.
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Bank Holiday traffic – There was a considerable influx to North devon for the Eastertide and about 1,000 visitors arrived at Bideford on Thursday and Saturday by train.
You can buy your new Spring Hat from Stewart & Co’s in Mill Street, Bideford.
Bideford sportsmen will learn with regret of the death of Mr Frederick Wright Gill.
Alice May Kerry, of Toronto, marries William John (Cherry) Backway, formerly of Brookfield Street, Bideford.
A wedding of interest to a wide circle of friends took place at Bagborough when the marriage of Miss Betty Dening of Toulton to Mr Robert H Deubler, of Old Bank House, Bideford, was solemnised. The ceremony was conducted by Mr Douglas Brealey, of the Blackdown Hills Mission, assisted by Mr Stenbridge, and a large attendance at the service was an evidence of the esteem in which Miss Dening has been held in the neighbourhood, as also were the numerous presents an evidence of the popularity of the both bride and bridegroom.
A very pretty wedding was solemnised in St Mary’s Church, Bideford, before a large congregation on Easter Monday by the Rev C B Crofts, the contracting parties being Aubrey Cooke and Hilda Mary Short. At the Parish Church of St Mary’s Bideford, the wedding was quietly solemnised by special license of Mr George Fluck, stationer, of High Street, Bideford, and Miss Frances Coombe. The Rector, Rev W N Manning, officiated.
Bideford Board of Guardians employ F A Pearson as the Registrar of Deaths and Vaccination Officer for Northam, Appledore and Westward Ho! At a Bideford Guardians meeting the Master reported the receipt of a box of books from Mrs Lane (Instow) and also magazines from Miss Tupper (Bideford) for the inmates.
Stanley Kivell, son of Mr R Kivell, baker, of East-the-Water, Bideford, was riding a horse over Bideford Long Bridge when the horse shied at the steam of an approaching tractor, and fell with its legs under the wheels of the vehicle. The horse had to be shot and young Kivell, who had a narrow escape, was thrown clear on to the pavement on the other side of the road.
For the first time in the ‘History of Geneva’ a very decided change took place during the past year, the both schools (Girls’ and Infants’) having been united and worked as one school. It has proved most successful and encouraging.
New Inn Hotel, Bideford, and Porto Bello Inn, change hands.
Members of Bideford Farmers’ Union were very disappointed on hearing that the latest proposals in regard to improving accommodation at Bideford Cattle Market go very litter farther than rearrangement of the present space, and do not provide for the considerable and much needed enlargement for the making of which adjoining property has already been purchased and the money for paying for it obtained on loan sanctioned on the representation that the property was required for market enlargement.
The funeral of the late Mrs Alice Middleton, who passed away at 12 Lower Meddon Street, Bideford, took place at Littleham, Rev Kerrich officiating.
We regret to announce the death of Mrs Pound, widow of Mr James R Pound, formerly in business in Mill Street, Bideford, which occurred at the residence of her daughter, Mrs Featherstone, of Marine Gardens. The late Mrs Pound, who is the sister of Mrs Embery and the late Mr R T Hookway, architect, of Bideford, was held in great regard by a wide circle of friends, being of a most genial and kindly disposition. She was a much respected member of the Lavington Congregational Church.
Miss Carrie Fishleigh, of Mill-street, Bideford, while on a visit to her grandparents, Mr and Mrs R Blight of the village, was taken suddenly ill and had to be taken to her home in a car kindly lent by Mrs A Scott Browne, of Buckland House, Buckland Filleigh.
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