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Bideford Victorian Christmas Frost Fair 2024

Bideford’s First Victorian Christmas Frost Fair Brings the Town to Life

Bideford’s First Victorian Christmas Frost Fair Brings the Town to Life

Saturday, December 14th, saw Bideford’s first-ever Victorian Frost Fair bring the town to life, filling it to the brim with Christmas festivities. The event, a collaboration between local business owners, Torridge District Council, Discover Bideford, Bideford Town Council, and South West Event Management Solutions CIC, turned Bideford Town Centre into a vibrant hub of festive cheer.

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Jack in the Box - Street Food is coming to Bideford

Jack in the box - Street Food will be coming to Bideford from Friday the 1st November from 5pm till 9pm.

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Free Adult Cycle Confidence Training in Bideford This Autumn

Free Cycle Confidence Training for Adults: 30th October, 16th & 29th November at Tidal and Trail Bideford Bike Hire

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Discover the Revived Charm of Bideford's Ford Rock!

Ford Rock, a hidden riverside gem in Bideford, has been beautifully restored, offering residents and visitors a tranquil spot to enjoy picnics and stunning views. With new landscaping, picnic tables, and a peaceful atmosphere, it’s the perfect escape just a short stroll from town!

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Bideford's Skate Collective Gets a Winter Boost!

The Make Time Skate Collective has secured funding to keep Bideford skaters active and engaged this winter – discover how they’re transforming the Bideford Pannier Market into a vibrant hub for all things skate

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Have You Seen Bideford's Vibrant New Mural?

A vibrant new mural has been unveiled on Mill Street Bideford, bringing a fresh splash of colour to the town – just in time to brighten the rainy, dark nights of Autumn!

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Become a Bideford Library Postcard Pal!

Fancy making someone’s day a little brighter? Bideford Library is looking for friendly folks to join Postcard Pals—a simple way to connect with someone who might be feeling a bit lonely.

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This August do something awesome in Bideford

We can't promise the sunshine, but we can point you in the direction of some fabulous Bideford festivals, workshops and events in Beautiful Bideford

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Bideford Summer Fair: Celebrating Tradition, Innovation, Community

This isn't your average fair—it's a town fair with a twist! Enjoy performances, try welly throwing, enter the dog show, and be amazed by acrobatics. Explore a camera obscura, giant chess, Freshspring's steam engine, and hands-on workshops for crafts.

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Bideford Awarded Heritage Harbour Status

Joining National Initiative to Preserve Historic Maritime Sites Bideford Gains Heritage Harbour Status

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