Tag Archives: Bideford Legends

“Bideford Legends” – 3.

Posted on 27/10/2024 by Tango Alpha

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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“Bideford Legends” – 2.

Posted on 19/09/2024 by Tango Alpha

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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“Bideford Legends” – 1.

Posted on 28/08/2024 by Tango Alpha

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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