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Screen Reader

JAWS Screenreader

On of the most popular screen readers world wide is JAWS. It is now available for Windows Vista and the link below will take youto their site
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Windows World
Since most people use the Microsoft Product Range we have included a link to their accessibility page -
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(a useful FREE resource for users is a cd about accessibility)

The Big Sheep

Happy Sheep on Northam Burroughs

When you're looking for things to do in Devon, The BIG Sheep is a great day out for the whole family. With so much to offer, everyone will enjoy their day out. As well as childrens' activities there's fun for adults too. There's a brewery for Dad, garden centre and sheepy shop for Mum, and of course Mum and Dad can run wild in the indoor playground and outdoor laser guns area too!!
We look forward to welcoming you to our fun filled family attraction. Our whole team is committed to ensuring that everyone in the family is guaranteed a truly great day out at our all weather attraction.

Situated on the North Devon coast just off the A39 Atlantic Highway two miles west of Bideford, The BIG Sheep is a leading member of Devon's Top Attractions (DATA) and known as one of the best family tourist attractions in Devon.

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Skern Lodge

Boat on the River

We provides a wide range of development training programmes, events and activities, suitable for people of all ages and abilities.

The business has been established since 1976 and has achieved fantastic results working with a wide variety of companies, organisations, schools and individuals. Groups, families and individuals are all welcome for half-day or full-day sessions or residential weekends and week stays.

We are located near to the beautiful fishing village of Appledore, near Bideford in North Devon, surrounded by rural farm land and are situated on one of Britain’s finest surfing coastlines.

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Christmas Fair

In the run up to Christmas the Town Council hosts the Signing of the Lease Celebrations in the Pannier Market, where the Mayor and Councillors visit the market to commemorate Bideford Town Council taking control of the running of the Market in 1991. Whilst shoppers enjoy the Christmas decorations, lights and festive atmosphere, the Mayor will make a short speech and the Councillors will hand out “market mead” and mince pies to shoppers. The Switching-on of the Christmas lights is also a very special event in Bideford, and for the last two years the town has been visited by Rudolf and his team of reindeers who pull a reallife Santa through the streets of Bideford. This really is a day to remember and the event attracts many thousands of people. The main streets which are closed to traffic are filled with surprises to delight and entertain the crowds – clowns, storytellers, wizardry, stilt walkers, and old fashioned fairgrounds turn the town into a magical wonderland. The smell of baked potatoes, burgers, candy floss, hot doughnuts and toffee apples fills the air and mingles with the sound of carols sung by children from the local junior schools, as well as a road show. When darkness falls the crowd gathers to enjoy the illumination of the Christmas lights which adorn the town.

The Milky Way Adventure Park

Fun on the Water

If you’re looking for fun days out and things to do in Devon, The Milky Way Adventure Park has it all! Ride the Cosmic Typhoon Devon’s tallest, fastest & longest roller coaster. Have a wild time in North Devon’s biggest indoor adventure play area with assault courses & slides built for adults & children. Kick back & watch our amazing live shows featuring Merlin from Britain’s Got Talent, plus fantastic displays from the North Devon Bird of Prey Centre.

At The Milky Way we’ve got attractions to suit all ages, whatever the weather. With over 85,000 sq ft of indoor fun & acres of outdoor activities, The Milky Way theme park is the biggest all weather, family day out in North Devon! There are so many things to do plus ALL the rides are included in the entrance fee! Your adventure awaits... are you ready?
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Atlantic Village

Atlantic Village Shopping Centre

North Devon’s unique outlet shopping village. If you are looking for great savings then Atlantic Village Outlet Centre is the place that’s always worth the trip. With over 35 stores offering up to 50% off rrp and more every day, giving you massive savings on High Street prices you’ll find a huge choice of famous name brands at incredible discounts and you’re sure to pick up a bargain.

The stores are all set undercover, beneath a beautiful glazed mall which provides you with a truly outstanding shopping environment – whatever the weather.

Located within 2 miles of Bideford, North Devon off the main A39 Atlantic Highway and with 700 free car parking spaces as well as dedicated coach parking there really is no better place for hassle free shopping.

Atlantic Village has its own purpose built leisure attractions, providing great entertainment for all members of the family – whatever their age! Set in four acres of stunning nautical theming, Atlantis Adventure Park combines an imaginative mix of high quality attractions, providing fun and entertainment for all.
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A Great Bideford Tradition - New Year Fancy Dress

Bideford has now twice been heralded in the national press as hosting one of the top ten New Year’s Eve events in the world! The town puts on a host of activities, is closed to traffic and revelers enjoy the festivities in fancy dress. The people of Bideford really look forward to this annual event and every year thousands of people dressed in inventive costumes ranging from vampires to Disney characters flock to the town centre to enjoy the outdoor roadshow and dancing. There is often a Carnival which winds its way through the narrow streets of Bideford and along the Quay to the sounds of a local band. As midnight approaches, huge crowds in fancy dress congregate along the Quay for the countdown to midnight which culminates in the chimes of Big Ben and a lone piper playing Auld Lang Syne, followed by a sensational firework display.

Bideford Town Guide

The new Town Guide can be downloaded from here as 4 separate pdfs.

Download pages 1 - 12 here
Download pages 13 - 24 here
Download pages 25 - 43 here
Download pages 44 - 48 here

Town Council NewsletterDownload the latest edition of the Town Council Newsletter - Hard copies can also be obtained from the library or the Town Hall or you can view an online version by following the link below. Also distributed through local newspapers

Download the latest newsletter