The Bideford Railway Heritage Centre has restored the railway. The railway opened in 1855, being extended from Barnstaple and ran onwards to Torrington in 1871. For many years direct trains ran to and from London Waterloo, including the famous “Atlantic Coast Express.” Sadly the line fell victim of
Artmakers.UK was first created as an online gallery in response to Covid to provide support to little known rural and coastal artists by providing them with a platform to promote and sell their exceptional artwork at a difficult time. Art Upstairs Gallery, is our first physical gallery space we
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.
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.
We are a licensed quayside Coffee Shop/Cafe by the river with plenty of outdoor seating on the picturesque Bideford Quay. Why come and sample our lovely welcoming atmosphere and watch the world go by whilst enjoying an Italian Carraro coffee and one of our amazing homemade cakes, made by the