Save time and money this summer and get your garden waste collected!
With Torridge enjoying a dry and sunny start to Spring, many residents will be taking advantage of the good weather and heading into their gardens to tidy-up and get ready for the summer season. But what to do with all your garden waste?
On average, 376 tonnes of garden waste are collected each month through Torridge District Council’s green waste collection service, saving thousands of individual car journeys to the recycling centre!
If you’re regularly taking your green waste to the recycling centre, you might want to consider saving time and potentially money, by arranging for it to be collected from your doorstep. Torridge District Council offers a fortnightly garden waste collection service, which runs from 1 June – 31 May and costs £56 for the year. The service also includes a Torridge District Council 240l green wheelie bin.
Once collected all green waste is deposited at Deepmoor, near Torrington, where it is carefully shredded, composted, and processed. The final compost product, which is mainly used for agricultural purposes, contains beneficial fungi and microbes crucial for healthy soils, reducing the need for fertilisers and pesticides.
Richard Haste, Operational Services Manager, Torridge District Council, said:
“Whether you’re a serious gardener or just like to make sure everything is tidy so you can enjoy a BBQ with friends, the garden waste collection service is an affordable and reliable way to ensure that you’re garden green waste is disposed of correctly. For just over £4.60 per month, your waste can be collected from your doorstep, saving valuable time and effort on a visit to the local recycling centre.”
For those residents who are interested in composting at home, Torridge District Council is working in partnership with getcomposting.com who can supply a range of low-cost home composters.
North Devon Ramblers- Walks in May.
Here is the first month of our Summer Programme. Anyone is welcome to try out a walk or two before becoming a member. Most walks start at 10.30 and take most of the day. More details of the walks can be found on our website: northdevonramblers.org.uk
Saturday 10th May -Dartmoor Way 10. Princetown to Hexworthy (11 miles)
Sunday 11th May – Dartmoor Way 11. Hexworthy to Dartmeet & Holne (11.5 miles) These walks may be undertaken separately or back-to-back by staying in the area.
Wednesday 14th May – Brownsham to Clovelly, woodlands and SW coast path, hopefully with bluebells in abundance. (5.5 miles)
Sunday 18th May- Day trip to Lundy in conjunction with Devon Birds (book online NOT through Ramblers).
Wednesday 21st May – Barbara’s Birthday Walk – Weare Giffard (7.5 miles)
Saturday 24th May - -Parracombe to Heddon Valley. (10 miles)
Wednesday 28th May – Combe Martin to Ilfracombe on SWCP returning by bus. Possible bus from Barnstaple returning from Ilfracombe. (5.6 miles)
Saturday 31st May- Hatherleigh and Iddesleigh. (10 miles)
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The Macular Group
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 & District Men's Forum
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.
Coffee morning, chat and crafts with Together Again.
The Pollyfield Community Centre 10am to 12pm Tuesdays
Bideford Friday Afternoon Table Tennis 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!
CLEVER CRAFTERS 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 & Share Cafe. 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.
St Margaret’s Church, Northam, Open Church on Friday mornings for coffees, teas, and a book stall from 10.15 – 12noon
Knit & Natter group at Bideford library 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.
Thursday Fellowship Northam Methodist Hall.
2.15pm. Guest speakers, Tea/Coffee £2.00.
Bideford Film Society
Friday and Saturday evenings at the Kingsley School theatre at the top of Northdown Road in Bideford. Contact - www.bidefordcinema.org.uk/ for more details.
Westward Ho! Ladies Club
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.
Northam Choral Society – 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.
Bideford Folk Club 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"
North Devon Model Society 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/ WESTWARD HO! BRIDGE CLUB every Tuesday and Thursday in the Holy Trinity hall, starting at 6.45pm. Ring Graham on 01237 470990 or email penkenna2@gmail.com
Bideford Phoenix Morris 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
Torridge Male Voice Choir - 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!
St Margaret’s Church Northam “Coffee at Maggies” from 9.30am to 3.30pm from Tuesdays to Saturdays inclusive where they serve a fantastic variety of homemade cakes and drinks which all of us villagers absolutely love. Appledore short mat bowls played at the community centre Tuesdays 7-9 pm £3 a session.
Northam Badminton Club friendly club play every Thursday afternoon 2pm to 3pm at Northam Community Centre The Jolly Dollies 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.
Abbotsham short mat bowls club Held at Abbotsham hall Thursdays 2-4pm £3 a session tel: bid 421585
TORRIDGE RAMBLERS 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
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
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.
The Appledore Singers
What’s On
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
Torridge Walk & 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.
The Jolly Gardeners Club
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 Bideford Folk Dance Club
Meet at Northam Hall at 7.30 pm. Experience or partners not necessary. Please contact Chris on 01237 423554 for further information.
Northam WI 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. Appledore WI 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
PINS AND NEEDLES 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 Rock n Roll club in Westward Ho!
Rocking Shoes Rock n Roll Club. Kingsley Hall Westward Ho! 1st & 3rd Friday of the month 7.30 10.30pm, Bar available.
Bideford Probus Club
At The Thatched Inn, Abbotsham on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month - Tel 07864679690
Northam Choral Society are meeting every Tuesday evening, 7:30pm at St Mary’s church Bideford
Please contact Michael on 07933 244 247 for more information or just turn up. There is no audition.
BIDEFORD
TREFOIL GUILD
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.
Carry On Choir - 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.
BREAKAWAY SOCIAL CLUB for ADULTS at WESTWARD HO!
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. WE ARE ALSO LOOKING FOR NEW VOLUNTEERS. Please contact Nikki: 07920054005 for more information.
Kenwith Badminton Club are welcoming new members! We play at Kingsley School Sports Hall on Mondays (not BH or August) from 8-10pm, 7.30 in the winter. Visitors welcome. If you enjoy sociable and competitive badminton, we'd love to see you! Contact Jan for info 07467 221199."
Feel Better with a Book
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.
Bideford Camera Club
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.
Oasis for Ladies 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,Strokesurvivorsandcares verywelcome.
Lundy Art Group 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
Westward Ho! Residents’ Association.
Friday 9 May, 7.30pm start. A quiz with cash prizes at Kingsley Hall, Westward Ho! £5 per person, maximum of 6 per team. Bar available.
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