Sun 20th July, 2025
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Bideford Water Festival 2025

On Sunday 20th July 2025, step aboard for a one-of-a-kind journey through history as we mark a century of Bideford Rotary with this year’s special theme: “Sailing Through Time – 100 years of Bideford Rotary"

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Celebrate a Century of Community at the Bideford Water Festival 2025

Step aboard for a one-of-a-kind journey through history as we mark 100 years of Bideford Rotary with this year’s special theme: “Sailing Through Time – 100 years of Bideford Rotary".  The 2025 Bideford Water Festival promises an unforgettable day packed with vibrant community spirit, historic tributes, and maritime fun.

Join us at the Quay for a family-friendly celebration featuring live performances, themed floats, and a huge range of market stalls, games, and water-based spectacles. Whether you’re reliving the roaring 1920s or imagining the future, there’s something for everyone – and joining in the fun of the Water Festival is free for all.

Keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates, highlights from past festivals, and this year’s programme as it unfolds. Let’s celebrate a century of service, togetherness and adventure – right here in the heart of Bideford.

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What’s on at the festival

Cardboard Boat Race
Jul 20, 2025
1:00 pm

£20.00

Registration required

Build and decorate your cardboard boat and sail it against others, either on your own or with a crew, for a chance to win prizes!

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Cardboard Boat Race
Jul 20, 2025
1:00 pm

£20.00

Registration required

Build and decorate your cardboard boat and sail it against others, either on your own or with a crew, for a chance to win prizes!

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Finish Cardboard Boats Registration & Scrutineering
Jul 20, 2025
12:00 pm

Registration required

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Finish Cardboard Boats Registration & Scrutineering
Jul 20, 2025
12:00 pm

Registration required

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Water activities

12:00 pm
Finish Cardboard Boats Registration & Scrutineering

Quayside activities

We'll be announcing our events nearer the time

Stalls

2nd Bideford Scout Group

Charity

The Scouts are the UK’s largest youth movement, founded in 1907 by Robert Baden-Powell. With a legacy of outdoor adventure, community service, and skill-building, Scouts empower young people aged 4–25 to develop confidence, resilience, and leadership through fun, teamwork, and challenge — all while making a positive impact in their communities.

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North Devon Hog Roast

Food & Drink

A family-run, award-winning catering company in North Devon, we specialise in traditional hog roasts and bespoke events, using top-quality local ingredients with a focus on sustainability.

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Churros El Quijote

Food & Drink

Original Spanish Churros with chocolate. Best Taste Award Coffee and Milkshakes

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South West Water

Other

South West Water is delighted to be supporting Bideford Water Festival, especially on the rotary’s 100th Anniversary. We are excited to be a part of the celebrations on the Quay with our Awesome Water stand and wish everyone luck in the Cardboard Boat Race.

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Jackpot Jackets

Food & Drink

Delicious jacket potatoes and extra tasty nachos with all your favourite fillings!

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Noah's Place Care Farm

Charity

Noah's Place is a charity to help people with learning disabilities set up to help unique individuals combat those everyday issues that occur in order for them to reach their true potential and lead a more fulfilling life.

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