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The official twitter account of Bideford Town Council - Information regarding council news and town events.

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Bideford Manor Court
Take part in the historic Manor Court ceremony on Saturday 14 March 2026. Residents can submit ideas that would benefit the town by 12 noon on Monday 23 February 2026.
To submit an idea or application to attend visit:
https://t.co/63DOfaR9y3

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50 years of friendship between Bideford and Landivisiau celebrated on Saturday 22 August.

The Pannier Market Hall was filled with flags, conversation and the wonderful sound of the Youth Pipe Band. The 50th Charter was signed, gifts exchanged and glasses raised.

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Heritage Open Days | 13–20 September
Explore Bideford’s fascinating heritage with a week of FREE events, open days, exhibitions and talks.

Some events require booking.

Full programme: https://t.co/sONnAcX2rV

#Bideford #HeritageOpenDays #NorthDevon

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BAMBOO is coming to Bideford!

FREE outdoor circus by NoFit State Circus at Victoria Park on Friday 21 August.

Shows: 12pm & 2:30pm
Workshops: 1pm & 3:30pm
No booking required – just turn up!

#Bideford #BAMBOO #FreeEvent

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🚨 Life-Saving Defibrillator Stolen

Public access defibrillator and cabinet at Bideford Fire Station were stolen overnight

This is a vital piece of life-saving equipment. If you have any doorbell, CCTV or dashcam footage from the area please report it to @DC_Police or call 101

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A time for Bideford Town Council’s Maintenance Team.

From 7am, the team cleared weeds, brambles and overgrown areas across the town.

Also clearing a neglected area at Lane Field, Londonderry Estate, removing long grass and litter to improve safety for residents.

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Your voice matters. If you're 16–25 and live in or around Bideford, this is your chance to shape your community, build new connections, and get paid for your time.

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SAVE THE DATE
Sunday 29 November 2026
A brand-new BIDEFORD CHRISTMAS LIGHT SWITCH-ON is coming to The Quay!

Festive market
Live entertainment
Food & drink
Family fun
Plus... the Fiery Elves

The countdown to Christmas starts now!
More Info at https://t.co/stOwiFyYps

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🌳 TREE SAFETY WORK – FORD WOODS 🌳

Important tree work is happening on 24 & 27 Feb 2026 to keep Ford Woods safe. Four trees are affected by Ash Dieback or are unstable and will be managed before 1 March 2026.

See website for more details and map:
https://t.co/6DM0Rkm4xI

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A Year with Bideford’s Town Rangers

From seasonal planters to maintaining green spaces and supporting community events, the team continues to take pride in keeping Bideford looking its best.

Read more: https://t.co/7bPIoOjqqs

#Bideford #NorthDevon

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Bideford needs your ideas!
Small changes can make a real difference -improvements to parks, community spaces - let's make Bideford more welcoming

Deadline:12 noon, 23 Feb 2026

email [email protected]

Past ideas: Park benches & outdoor gym

visit https://t.co/63DOfaRHnB

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Traders ready!
Scarecrows ready!
Let the battle commence!
Saturday 14th March
Bideford Pannier Market
Come along, see the scarecrows and choose your favourite. Which will be crowned the Winner of 2026?

#ScarecrowBattle #Bideford #PannierMarket #MarketDay

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Got an idea to improve #Bideford? Big or small — it matters.

Submit a presentment (an idea or project proposal) to benefit our town, community, or visitors.

Your idea could make a real difference

Deadline 23 Feb 2026
For full details, visit https://t.co/qkvYasruX3
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Shop Units Available at Bideford Pannier Market - Bideford Town Council.
For more details, please email: [email protected]

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Exciting News for Bideford!
Bideford Town Council has secured £1.475 million in grant funding to revitalise the historic Pannier Market Complex!

#Bideford #CommunityGrowth #HistoricRevival #PannierMarket #DevonRegeneration #SupportLocal #ExcitingTimes

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Opening of Bideford Town Council's new Town Ranger Depot at Caddsdown Industrial Park. The opening ceremony was conducted by Councillor Doug Bushby, Chair of the Staffing, Finance and General purpose Committee in conjunction with the Town Mayor – Councillor Ms. Rachel Clarke.

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Are you ready to launch your new venture in 2025?
It is time to kickstart your business?
We have some fantastic shop units available for rent in Butcher’s Row – Units 15/16 & 18.
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity!

For further information email to: [email protected]

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Have you ever thought about growing your own vegetables?

Now could be the opportunity you have been waiting for!

3 allotment plots available at Tricks Allotment Site in Bideford.

Get in touch to find out more by emailing:
[email protected]

#allotmentplotsavailable

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With support and funding from Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Academy the Town Rangers have received training to use water rescue throw lines. Each Town Ranger vehicle is kitted out with a throw line should they need to perform a rescue of anyone on the Town Quay area.

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December saw our celebration of the 40th year anniversary of the Town Cryer Mr. Jim Weeks. Jim started his role in 1984. Forty years on, Mr. Weeks was proudly presented by e with a portrait of him sporting his full Town Cryer regalia in the Council Chamber. #40yearanniversary