The attractive port town of Bideford, lying on the River Torridge in north Devon, is well known for its picturesque white washed houses, character filled streets, its pannier market and oodles and oodles of Devonshire charm. If you’re looking for the perfect place to get married you might just strike it lucky here, at one of the many local wedding venues that have been hosting wedding receptions for years.
Bideford is steeped in history, having been the third largest port in the whole country back in the 16th century. Like nearby Barnstaple, the town has a pannier market selling a little bit of everything, and a whole host of historic buildings to visit in the town centre.
Many of the most attractive buildings now serve as stunning wedding venues licensed to hold civil ceremonies and wedding receptions in this part of the world can certainly add the wow factor to your wedding, whether it’s because of the unique wedding venues, the opportunity to have your wedding photos shot against a truly amazing natural backdrop, or simply because creating wedding receptions with the local Devonshire suppliers is such an enjoyable experience.
For guests travelling to join you on your special day, getting to wedding venues in Bideford can be easily reached by road via the Atlantic Highway and any guests taking the train will only have a short taxi ride from nearby Barnstaple. In any case, you are unlikely to have to work very hard to persuade your friends to come to this beautiful part of the UK. Many guests use wedding receptions or civil ceremonies in Devon as an excuse for a mini break enjoying the sunniest climes in Britain.
Key local attractions include ferry rides from Bideford Quay to Lundy, which lies 22 miles away in the Bristol Channel, The Big Sheep, where sheep racing features high up the agenda, and Hartland Abbey and Gardens. Whilst Bideford is sat slightly inland, it is also within easy reach of Britain’s best beaches, guaranteeing fun packed days at traditional Victorian seaside resorts or relaxing days enjoying some of the more secluded, undiscovered coves. For true beach lovers, wedding venues in Bideford are close enough to the sun and surf to allow a romantic beach front photo shoot to really make the most of Devon’s warmer climate.
Local suppliers in Bideford are used to working with all of the local wedding venues to produce wedding receptions and they will be pleased to help you put together a truly memorable day, whether you need flowers for a church wedding or more modern, unique ideas on how to bring civil ceremonies to life and add that special touch of magic.
Wedding venues will also be able to put you in touch with local entertainers; so whether you have your heart set on an after dinner game of bingo, a table magician or just a more traditional disco you will be able to choose from reputable companies used to working at civil ceremonies and wedding receptions.
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