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
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.
Minxy's Sweets - an old fashioned sweet shop with a modern twist. We are a small family business (Trev, Jo & Tina) we pride ourselves in offering an old fashioned style service. From our traditional style sweet shop we offer a range of sweets to suit all ages and tastes.
Opened in 1912 to celebrate Queen Victoria's reign, Victoria Park is one of the jewels in Bideford's crown; any Bidefordian will tell you how lucky we are to have a park of this calibre in the heart of the town.
Marshford Organic Foods is a family run business now celebrating 36 years of providing North Devon with the tastiest, freshest organic food. Certified organic foods; fresh, local produce to world cuisine. Our own seasonal vegetables, salads and herbs. Veg and Fruit boxes. An online shop with home
Five Sunnyside is a characterful and quirky 2 bedroom terraced Victorian cottage providing convenient and comfortable accommodation particularly suited to cyclists and walkers and anyone wishing to explore the historic harbour town of Bideford and its surrounds.