Category Archives: History

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“Matthew” calls at Bideford – 6th March.

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Tango Alpha

These photos, taken by “Buzz” shipping correspondent Norman Hardaker, show the “Matthew” as she visited Bideford on 6th March to take on stores. “Matthew” is a replica of the caravel used by John Cabot for his 1497 voyage from Bristol … Continue reading →

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‘New Bridge’ 25th Anniversary – Tapestry.

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Tango Alpha

Bideford Library to celebrate ‘New Bridge’ anniversary with historic tapestry. To mark the 25th anniversary of the Torridge Bridge and Bideford Bypass opening, Devon County Council’s Library in Bideford will be displaying a tapestry created by children from Appledore School … Continue reading →

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One hundred years ago – March 1912.

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Tango Alpha

One Hundred years ago Horse Ambulance It is expected that the Horse Ambulance required for the Bideford Hospital will cost about £70, and up to the present about £25.12s.6d has been subscribed The Coal Strike This strike which has lasted … Continue reading →

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The Excise Man (Eighteenth Century style).

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Tango Alpha

‘Excise Duty’ originated as a means of raising revenue during the Civil War; but in 1699, teams of ‘Riding Officers’ were formed to patrol the coast and watch for ‘Owling’ – illegal export of wool.   During the early days, tax … Continue reading →

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