Monthly Archives: March 2026

Bideford Regeneration Strategy, 2026 – 31.

The Bideford Regeneration Board launched its Regeneration Strategy on Thursday 27 March at an event for key regional and national strategic partners, business leaders and local representatives at the Royal Hotel in Bideford. Attendees learned about how the new Masterplan … Continue reading

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Northam Burrows Easter events.

Enjoy the fresh air this Easter with a variety of free exciting activities at Northam Burrows, organised by our dedicated Rangers. From little ones to grown-ups, there’s something for every member of the family to enjoy. Head to the Northam … Continue reading

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RHS Rosemoor Easter events.

Easter Detectives – Who Framed the Easter Bunny? New family mystery trail launches at RHS Garden Rosemoor from Fri 3 – Sun 19 April. Become an Easter Detective – find the clues, solve the crime and rescue the Easter bunny … Continue reading

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Great Torrington community website.

The Great Torrington Regeneration Board, with support from Torridge District Council, Great Torrington Town Council and Devon County Council, is pleased to announce the launch of its newly redesigned community website, an important step forward in supporting local businesses, organisations … Continue reading

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Bideford Water Fountain now operational.

Torridge District Council is pleased to announce that the Bideford Fountains are now firing again. After 17 years of silence, the water fountains on Bideford Quay have been brought back to life, thanks to Government investment through the Rural England … Continue reading

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Old Bideford Library to be re-purposed.

Torridge District Council announced that it has been granted planning permission to undertake the necessary works to change the use of the former Bideford Library to create a multifunctional sport and fitness facility. The proposed development also includes further internal … Continue reading

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Shipping notes No. 251 (February).

Bideford Quay. No commercial shipping this month.   Appledore – in port. Baltic Sun (built 2022); flag Limasol; arrived 4/2, sailed 5/2; dischaged approx. 3,000 tons animal feed.   Yelland Quay. No shipping at Yelland this month.   Regards, Norman. … Continue reading

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