Sunday 20th July 2025
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Bideford Quay
12 midday
Sun 20th July, 2025
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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"
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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£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!
£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!
Registration required
Registration required
Registration required
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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The Bideford Musical Memory café, run by Home Instead North Devon & Exmoor, is a safe and welcoming space for people living with dementia or memory problems, and their carers. There is always plenty of tea, coffee and cake, lots of laughs, and an hour or so of singing. There is access to specialist support, and it is a great opportunity to talk to others living through a similar experience.
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Tarka Rotary is a club that raises money for local charities and helps out in the community.
Food & Drink
Cornish Crêpes, mini pancakes and sweet pretzels with a variety of fillings made just for you
Food & Drink
Benny’s of Braunton pop up sweet shop. Sweets, treats and confectionery for all ages.. including our ultimate pick ‘n’ mix selection!
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.
