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Bideford Phoenix Morris at the Crealock Arms, 28th May.
Bideford Phoenix Morris are dancing at the Crealock Arms, Littleham, this Wednesday 28th May from 7.30pm. Come along and have a lovely evening – and all for the North Devon Hospice. See you there! _____________________________________________________
Posted in Events, Music
Tagged Bideford Phoenix Morris, Crealock Arms Littleham, littleham, Morris Dancing, North Devon Hospice
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Great Torrington Pannier Market refurbishment complete.
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 … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, Local Business, Local People
Tagged Great Torrington, Great Torrington Pannier Market
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Dog restriction orders renewed and extended.
Torridge District Council has voted to extend the existing Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) in relation to control for dogs across the district for another three years. The previous PSPO for Dog Controls was introduced in April 2022. Since then, … Continue reading
Posted in Environment
Tagged Bideford, PSPOs, Torridge District Council, Westward Ho!
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The Murder Mystery Company.
www.murderwewrote.co.uk 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 … Continue reading
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Tagged Atlantic Coast Theatre Company, Murder We Wrote, The Murder Mystery Company
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TDC expands electric vehicle fleet.
Torridge District Council has announced that it has added three new electric vehicles to its fleet to replace its existing diesel vans. Two of the vehicles will be used by the Estates Team to enable them to carry out routine … Continue reading
Film night, Appledore – 30th May.
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Tagged Appledore, Chidren's Hospice SW, film, St Mary's Church Hall
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Free half-term events on Northam Burrows.
The ranger team at Northam Burrows have some exciting free activities planned for this May half term for all the family to enjoy. So, if you’re stuck for something to do and want to keep the children entertained while getting … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, Events
Tagged beach art, Northam burrows, Northam Burrows rangers
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Westward Ho! beach awarded Blue Flag for 22nd year running.
Westward Ho! has been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag and Seaside Award for the summer 2025 season. It is one of only 55 sites across Britain to meet the stringent criteria to achieve both accolades. The Blue Flag and Seaside … Continue reading
Shipping notes No. 241 (April).
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 … Continue reading
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Tagged Appledore, Bideford Quay, Bristol Channel, river Torridge, South West, Yelland quay
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One Hundred Years Ago – May 1925.
A collection of articles from the ‘Bideford Gazette’ during May 1925, kindly selected by Bideford Community Archive. www.bidefordarchive.org.uk * * * * * * While the River Bank and Park Committee’s report was under discussion at the meeting of Bideford … Continue reading
Bideford Film Society – May events.
Please also see our website www.bidefordcinema.org.uk All showing at The Theatre, Kingsley School. * * * * * The Return (15). Friday 30 & Saturday 31 May 7.30pm (doors open 7.00pm). Stars: Juliette Binoche, Ralph Fiennes. Director: Uberto Pasolini. Sweeping … Continue reading
Free guided nature & history walks at Northam Burrows.
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 … Continue reading
Work commences on Appledore Clean Maritime Innovation Centre.
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 … Continue reading
Bideford Bike Nights – summer 2025.
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One Hundred Years Ago – April 1925.
A collection of articles from the ‘Bideford Gazette’ during April 1925, kindly selected by Bideford Community Archive. www.bidefordarchive.org.uk * * * * * * Bank Holiday traffic – There was a considerable influx to North devon for the Eastertide and … Continue reading
Posted in History
Tagged Bideford community archive, Bideford Gazette, One Humdred Years ago
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