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

Free Boat Building Workshop
Jun 15, 2025
10:30 am

Free

Registration required

A free workshop for you to learn the tricks and building techniques to craft an unsinkable cardboard vessel (we hope)

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Free Boat Building Workshop
Jun 15, 2025
10:30 am

Free

Registration required

A free workshop for you to learn the tricks and building techniques to craft an unsinkable cardboard vessel (we hope)

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Cardboard Boat Race
Jul 20, 2025
1:45 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
1:45 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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Water activities

Quayside activities

We'll be announcing our events nearer the time

Stalls

Max & Mikes Street Food

Food & Drink

Enjoy an Italian inspired menu

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Devon and Cornwall Police

Charity

Community Engagement

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The British Naturalists' Association

Charity

Founded in 1905, the BNA promotes the study of natural history and exploration of the British countryside. The Taw & Exmoor branch hosts monthly events for all ages, including a youth section with its own magazine. Members enjoy talks, exhibitions, and national publications like Countryside and British Naturalist. Let me know if you'd like an even shorter tagline-style version!

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St John Ambulance

Other

We strive to be the leading First Aid training and community support organisation across North Devon & Torridge, fostering a culture of inclusivity, team spirit, and empowerment; imparting life skills and changing lives.

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Wilson's Kitchen

Food & Drink

Wilson’s Kitchen famous for their amazing tasty chicken shawarmas cooked with authentic Lebanese spices served in a warm Khobez wrap with fresh salad.

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Jackpot Jackets

Food & Drink

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

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