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Walks in August
These are the walks planned in August. Everyone is welcome to join us on a walk before deciding whether you would like to join the North Devon Ramblers.
Time-Out Tuesday Walks will be continuing with 5th August starting from Barnstaple Clock Tower at 6.30, 12th August starting from Bideford Victoria Park at 6.30 and the 19th August, which is the last one, from the Clock Tower in Barnstaple. All are welcome, dogs included!
Saturday 2nd August- Brown Willy Circular (Bodmin Moor). Meet at Rough Tor Car Park at 10.30. for a 9.5 mile circular moderate walk with some steep ascents. Please note that this walk is limited to 10 places- you will need to book in advance with Vanessa.
Wednesday 6th August- A Wander round St Giles in the Wood. Meet at 10.30 for a leisurely 7.5 mile circular walk starting at the car park behind the church and next to the parish hall. Follow footpaths, tracks, woods and lanes.
Sunday 10th August- Dartmoor Delights, starting at Bellever Forest Car Park at 10.30, this 8 mile moderate walk enjoys the delights of Dartmoor!
Wednesday 13th August- Amble around Brownsham, starting at 10.30. from Brownsham National Trust car park, this 7 mile moderate walk follows woodland paths and the SW coast path.
Sunday 17th August- Explore rural mid-Devon from Dolton village hall car park. Starting at 10.30, this 8 mile moderate walk will pass Dowland and Westlake to Halsdon Nature Reserve.
Wednesday 20th August- Molland and Molland Common. Meet at Molland Church car park at 10.30 for a 7m moderate walk with the opportunity to visit the church and the pub, if open!
Saturday 23rd August- Grand Western Canal Old and New. Meet at Lowdells Lock car park for a 10.5 leisurely walk taking in different parts of the canal. Lift- sharing as there is limited parking.
Wednesday 24th August- Arlington in Summer. A 6.5 mile leisurely stroll around the grounds starting from the National Trust car park at 10.30. - Down around Boscastle. Meet at 10.30 at a layby near Newton Farm on the B 3263 for a 9-mile moderate walk on the coast path and inland- some steep ascents and narrow paths, walking poles advised. As usual, further details can be found on our website northdevonramblers.org.uk
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Free family fun events with the Northam Burrows Rangers!
Stuck for something to do with the children this summer holidays? Check out what's going on at Northam Burrows. The enthusiastic team of rangers have a number of free events running onTuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer break, to keep everyone entertained and get the little ones out in the fresh air.
Dates to add to your calendar are:
Tuesday 29 July, meet on the Westward Ho! slipway at 2pm to join in with the ‘Big Seaweed Search’.
Thursday 31 July, meet the rangers at the Northam Burrows Visitor Centre for the 'Big Butterfly Count.’
Tuesday 5 August, bring your teddy along for the Teddy's bears picnic - stories and crafts by the Visitor Centre.
Thursday 7 August, meet at Northam Burrows Visitor Centre at 2pm for a Bumblebee safari.
Tuesday 12 August, join the rangers for a ‘Rockpool Ramble’. Look out for the blue banner near the Westward Ho! slipway.
Thursday 14 August, have your buckets and spades ready for the sandcastle competition.
Tuesday 19 August, drop in at the Northam Burrows Visitor Centre for Pirate Day! Join in with the trail and crafts.
Thursday 21 August, ‘Flying high’! Drop in at the Northam Burrows visitor centre to make a paper kite or glider.
Tuesday 26 August, join in with the great nurdle search at the Northam Burrows Centre.
Thursday 28 August, the rangers will be rounding off the summer holidays with art of the beach. Meet on the beach near Sandymere lifeguard hut.
All activities run from 2pm to 4pm, unless otherwise stated, with no booking required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For further details about each event, visit our website www.torridge.gov.uk/northamburrowsevents and social media pages or ask at the Visitor Centre and toll booths.
TheMacularGroup
Meet once a month ,on the first Thursday of each month, at The BURTON, Bideford, in the KINGSLEY ROOM ,BETWEEN 10 am-12 NOON. All are welcome. Looking forward to meeting you. Any queries contact Richard Lockwood on 01237 476827
Northam&DistrictMen'sForum
The Forum welcomes back existing and invites new Members to our weekly Thursday meetings from 10:15am to 12 noon, October to the end of April at the Methodist Church Hall, Cross Street, Northam. Interesting speakers on a range of topics. Refreshments available. Please contact Keith on 01237 459299 for more information.
Coffeemorning,chatandcraftswithTogetherAgain.
The Pollyfield Community Centre 10am to 12pm Tuesdays
BidefordFridayAfternoonTableTennis playing every Friday from 2.30-4.30 at Bideford Youth Centre, The Pill, Bideford. Come along and enjoy friendly table tennis! Call Jan on 07467 221199 for more details or just turn up!
CLEVERCRAFTERS Old school room,Atlantic way rom 10am to 12, every Friday. We are open to everyone (crafters and non crafters) for tea/coffee cake and conversation.
Care&ShareCafé Meet at Holy Trinity Church hall, Westward Ho! on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, from 10am - 12md. Call Nicola 07813456059 for details. Come and join us.
StMargaret’sChurch, Northam, Open Church on Friday mornings for coffees, teas, and a book stall from 10.15 – 12noon
Knit&NattergroupatBidefordlibrary 1st and 3rd Monday of every month. 2-4pm. All ages and levels of expertise welcome. No charge but we make a donation for our tea and biscuits.
ThursdayFellowshipNorthamMethodistHall 2.15pm. Guest speakers, Tea/Coffee £2.00.
BidefordCinema
Films on the big screen in Bideford Friday and Saturday evenings at 7.30pm at Kingsley School Theatre, Northdown Road, EX39 3LY. Full details at www.bidefordcinema.org.uk
Westward Ho!LadiesClub We meet every Thursday at 7.30p.m. from September to May in the Schoolroom of the Kingsley Hall Westward Ho!. We have a variety of speakers and new members are always welcome. Please contact Alison on 07929 958654 for more information.
NorthamChoralSociety – meets at 7.30 every Tuesday evening, excluding the summer holidays, in St Mary’s Church Bideford. The choir is open to all ages and voices, and holds regular concerts in May and December. Come along and join us – it’ s fun!
For more information you can either contact Michael on 07933 244247, or just come along and see what we do.
BidefordFolkClub meets every Thursday at 7:30pm in the Joiner’s Arms, Bideford, EX39 2DR
For more information see Website: www.bidefordfolkclub.com or John Purser 01237 424286, bidefolk@gmail.com"
NorthDevonModelSociety Meet every Tuesday, from 6.30 to 9pm at Fremington Parish Hall, Higher Rd, Fremington, EX31 3BG. All abilities and ages welcome. https://northdevonmodelsociety.co.uk/ WESTWARDHO!BRIDGECLUB every Tuesday and Thursday in the Holy Trinity hall, starting at 6.45pm. Ring Graham on 01237 470990 or email penkenna2@gmail.com
BidefordPhoenixMorris Why not join to dance or play this year.
7.00pm to 9pm at the Baptist Church Hall, Mill Street, Bideford. For more information contact Neil or Carolyn on 01237 473798, email: info@bidefordphoenix.co.uk
TorridgeMaleVoiceChoir - Woolsery Village Hall. Rehearsals on Wednesdays from 7.45pm-9.30pm. New members welcome. Contact John on 07929 334070 for information. There is no audition!
StMargaret’sChurchNortham“CoffeeatMaggies” From 10am 3.30pm on Tuesday and10am - 2pm Wednesday to Saturday inclusive where they serve a fantastic variety of homemade cakes and drinks which all of us villagers absolutely love.
Appledoreshortmatbowls played at the community centre Tuesdays 7-9 pm £3 a session.
NorthamBadmintonClub friendly club play every Thursday afternoon 2pm to 3pm at Northam Community Centre
TheJollyDollies Especially for widows, we meet each week for coffee and a chat and to plan excursions and outings. Contact Jan Thompson on 07813 368872 or thejollydollies.co.uk for further information.
Abbotshamshortmatbowlsclub Held at Abbotsham hall Thursdays 2-4pm £3 a session tel: bid 421585
TORRIDGERAMBLERS are a friendly group who walk the footpaths and bridleways of the Torridge area with additional walks further afield. Walks open to all ages. For details of walks or more information contact our chairman Chris 07989555717 or clemo9@hotmail.com
Northam Monday Afternoon Table Tennis - playing Mondays, 14:00-15:30 at Northam Community Centre, Fore Street. Just turn up for a friendly, informal session with coaching available. Ring 07929823185 for more information
The Westward Ho! Residents’ Association will be providing coffee and cake in the Kingsley Hall, Westward Ho! on Friday 5 September, 10.30-midday.
Would you be willing to lead the Westward Ho! Residents' Association? We need a new Chair person from September 2025 and are seeking a volunteer who can offer their time and commitment to lead meetings and provide support to the Committee. Please contact 07980944146.
A Westward Ho! Residents’ Association’s Community Meeting will take place on Thursday 4 September, 7pm, at The Kingsley Hall, which Sean Kearney, Torridge District Council’s Head of Communities and Place will attend. This will be followed by the AGM.
Bideford Festival of transport- A Festival of History on Wheels. Sunday10 August 2025 in Bideford`s Victoria Park. £5 per adult with under 16’s free when accompanied by an adult. Featuring a stunning collection of historic and classic vehicles, as well as craft markets, food stalls, and entertainment for the whole family
Bideford Friends Group, Northam Community Hall. Meet
2nd and 4th Wednesday each month 2pm - 4pm. Entertainment, singing groups, speakers, poetry group etc. £3 donation including refreshments. Call Alan on 07866007805 or Chris on 07828719351
The Holy Trinity Knit&natter group
What’s On
Meet at the church hall in Westward Ho! on the First & third Wednesday of the month, from 1.30pm - 3.30pm Call Catherine on 01237- 475720 for details or just come along.
TheAppledoreSingers
New members are welcome, so why not ring 01237 420652 to find out more about joining us. Further information about us is also available on our website: theappledoresingers.co.uk or our Facebook page. Rehearsals Mondays 7.30 – 9pm Appledore Baptist Church
TorridgeWalk&Talk
Come and join us on one of our Tuesday and Wednesday Walks. Contact: torridgewalkandtalk.co.uk OR phone Steve 01237 421528 A variety of walks for all levels, Just turn up and join in for free.
TheJollyGardenersClub email jollygardenersclub@gmail.com for more details. We have a Facebook group where members can post news about what they have been up to in their gardens and we can let you know about meetings and events.
WEDNESDAYS
BidefordFolkDanceClub
Meet at Northam Hall at 7.30 pm. Experience or partners not necessary. Please contact Chris on 01237 423554 for further information.
NorthamWI We meet on the first Friday of each month at 7pm in Northam Hall, Fore Street, Northam. Do come and join us. Contact northam@devonwi.org or ring Julie 01237 237263.
AppledoreWI We meet on the first Friday of the month at 2:00pm in The Blue Lights Hall in Vernons Lane in Appledore. New members are welcome and to find out more please contact Melanie 01237 429455
PINSANDNEEDLES all crafts using threads, pins, wool and needles, we welcome all ages and all skill levels 2nd Saturday of every month 9.30-12.30pm Sticklepath methodist hall, Rhododendron Avenue, Barnstaple, EX31 2DL good car parking and on bus route 21 contact Anita 01237 422458
RocknRollclubinWestward Ho!
Rocking Shoes Rock n Roll Club. Kingsley Hall Westward Ho! 1st & 3rd Friday of the month 7.30 10.30pm, Bar available.
BidefordProbusClub At TheThatched Inn,Abbotsham on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month - Tel 07864679690
BIDEFORDTREFOILGUILD
We meet at All Saints Chapel Community Centre Instow on the first Tuesday of the Month 7-9pm. If you would like to know more please contact Sandra Nevard 07976117778 for more information.
CarryOnChoir - Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:30pm at Westward Ho! Baptist Church. Call Kathy on 07957 908015 to check term dates and arrange a free taster session. Everyone welcome. No auditions, music reading or experience required. Sense of humour essential.
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SOCIALCLUBforADULTSatWESTWARDHO!
The Club is held at the Baptist Church Hall on Mondays from 6.30 to 8.30pm. It is open to adults (18+) and we welcome anyone with additional needs. WEAREALSOLOOKING FORNEWVOLUNTEERS. Please contactNikki: 07920054005 for more information. KenwithBadminton Contact Jan for info 07467 221199.
FeelBetterwithaBook The group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10.30 in Bideford Library. We have a drink and biscuit, listen to stories and poems and have a friendly chat. BidefordCameraClub We meet most Tuesday evenings throughout the year for talks, competitions, photo walks. All ages (16+) /abilities. See https://bidefordcameraclub.co.uk/contact to find out more.
OasisforLadies First Wednesday of every month. 2-4 pm Appledore Baptist Church. Make new friends and enjoy chat, refreshments, games etc. For details contact, Ruth 07799661641
NorthDevonandTorridgeLAS(LifeafterStroke}associatedwiththeStrokeAssociation atFremingtonParishHall,HigherRd,FremingtonEX313BG. SocialandActivitieseveryFriday1100-1300,Strokesurvivorsandcarersvery welcome.
LundyArtGroup Enjoy art and painting? We are a friendly group who meet on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month 10 am – 12 noon at the Blue Lights Hall, Vernons Lane, Appledore. In addition to working on our own paintings we have an exciting programme of workshops throughout the year. For more info call Marian on 07766692732
WestwardHo!ArtClubAnnualExhibition. - AtWestward Ho! Baptist Church. Monday 4th August 1pm to 4pm,Tuesday 4th August– Saturday 9th august from 10am 4pm.Refreshments available and parking nearby.
North Devon Model Show Raising Funds for the CHESTNUT APPEAL - Stop men needlessly dying from cancer. Sunday August 17th 2025 10 till 4. The South West’s largest exhibition of models of Figures, Tanks, Boats, Trains, Ships, Cars, Trucks, Planes, Si-Fi, dioramas, R/C Cars & War gamming, all made using Plastic Kits, Sculpting, Scratch Builds, and 3D prints. TWICE as big as last year! TWO Halls with huge number of displays, Model Kit & Tool traders, PLUS bring your own Radio control cars to run on our outdoor track. Kids can make & take away a model for Free. Entry: Adults £4; 7 to 16 year olds £1; under 7’s Free; Serving armedforces FREE. Free Parking. Venue: The Park Community School, off Bishops Tawton Road, Barnstaple EX32 9FB.
Bideford Cricket Club are delighted to announce that they will once again be running their highly popular Cricket Summer Camp throughout the school summer holidays.
Anyone between the ages of 6 to 13 are welcome and no cricketing experience is necessary to enjoy the activities on offer. Camp will run from Tuesday to Thursdays starting from Tuesday 29th of July between 9.30am and 12.30pm at Bideford CC cricket ground, Westward Ho with activities delivered by our team of qualified coaches. We aim to offer value for money mornings at either £10 per day or £25 for the three days. Whether your child has never tried cricket before or is an enthusiastic player looking to further develop their skills, sign up for camp online at www.bidefordcc.co.uk using the google form there or find it on our Facebook page. Camp is filling up fast so don’t let your child miss out. For more details please contact James Keates on 07400 638998
Fundraising Auction and Auction of Promises- at St Margaret's Church, Northam on Saturday 16th August 2025 from 6pm. There will be a complimentary glass of wine or alcohol free punch.
Opening times may vary, please contact the Library direct for full details
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