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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
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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
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Tagged Bideford, PSPOs, Torridge District Council, Westward Ho!
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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
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
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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
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
‘Coastwise’ programme – May, June.
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‘Bideford Legends’ – 5.
Providence House and Pimlico Place, Bideford. Providence House. Peter Christie, then Mayor of Bideford, unveils the commemorative plaque. __________________________________________________
RHS Rosemoor – 2025 programme.
A packed events programme planned for the whole year at the gorgeous gardens just outside Great Torrington. A highlight is the arrival of the much-loved characters from the children’s classic Guess How Much I Love You, by Sam McBratney and … Continue reading
‘Bideford Legends’ – 4.
Marsh Farm was built on a low-lying site in Northam Road, prone to flooding, and became derelict and abandoned some time ago. The site has now been redeveloped, with levels raised overall, the stream culverted, and the farmhouse restored to … Continue reading
British Naturalists’ Association – local events, 2025.
Celebrating Nature and the countryside. The British Naturalists’ Association is a Registered Charity 296551 Please see below our events for 2025. Sunday, April 13th. By popular request a visit to Dunsford Nature Reserve for a level walk beside the River … Continue reading
“Bideford Legends” – 3.
The Hamlyn property. A fine listed building once the property of the Hamlyn family, who were noted decorators of the time. (Interior photos courtesy of Rightmove). * * * * * * The railway shed in Kingsley Road. Another … Continue reading
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Tagged Bideford, Bideford and Westward Ho! railway, Bideford Legends
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“Bideford Legends” – 2.
The Strand Cinema. The Strand Cinema was opened by Maurice Prince, Jewish entrepreneur, in 1938. During the war Maurice was a civil defence warden and he also helped Jewish refugees who were escaping from Nazi persecution by sheltering them in … Continue reading
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Tagged Bideford Legends, Grenville Nursing Home, Strand Cinema Bideford
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“Bideford Legends” – 1.
Introducing “Bideford Legends”. My name is Tanya Harrison, I was born abroad and came to live in Bideford in 2017. By profession I am a Teacher of English to foreign students, not a photographer, not a writer, not an expert … Continue reading
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Tagged Bideford Hospital, Bideford Legends, Bideford Library, Torridge Hospital
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