Handmade artisan sourdough bread. Flour, water, salt, sea air and time. These are the only ingredients you'll find in The Appledore Bakery's now legendary loaves and bagels.
Visit the beautiful island of Lundy from the port of Bideford. Enjoy a day trip to the island of Lundy on board the MS Oldenburg - regular departures from March to October. At three miles long and a half a mile long, its an unspoilt part of northern Devon, home to seals and the iconic puffin.
The Appledore Inn is a Husband & Wife run local pub under new ownership since December 2020 Our aim is to make all of our customers feel at home with a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. The pub is one of the oldest in Bideford and is very proud of it’s heritage.
The Thatched Inn is a traditional historic pub situated in the small village of Abbotsham. Formerly a Tradesman pub, The Thatched Inn has been the heart of the local community for the past 400 years.
Your friendly, local, caffeine fix - we are a quirky, relaxed and independent café serving coffee, tea (both loose leaf or bubble), milkshakes, waffles, crêpes, cakes and light lunches. Open for take away and delivery. Pop in and say hello!
Otters is a coffee shop on Bidefords Quay with outside seating and serving fantastic Union Coffee, cakes (including Vegan and Gluten free options), breakfasts and burgers.
Our main provision for Bideford is daily kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding on the River Torridge. We operate daily between Little America (LA) and Kingsley Steps / Bank End on the Quay.