Bideford Pannier Market — Attraction in Torridge District

I went to Bideford last Saturday to go to the pannier market. I was so disappointed that it was not open. I was then told that it wouldn't be open for a while!! 😔 I then decided to see what the shops had to offer and was shocked further by the fact that they consisted of charity shops, dog groomers and Turkish barber's. What happened to our lovely little historic towns??. Anyway, I absolutely love charity shops and bagged a couple of bargains. 😊 So all was not lost. I think it will be a lovely place to visit in...

It's a beautiful old building that houses a few little shops, mostly arts and crafts type things, then you go up to the main area, is a bit quiet on days theres no market there but there are always a few stalls open and a beautiful cafe that serves the best bacon sandwich, as well as other items, they are super friendly and worth going just for that, It's the gem of bidiford, I just wish my home town of derby would learn from...

The market is only used on Saturdays when there are Craft Fairs on, so sadly no Traditional Makets at the moment. You can get a coffee and something to eat in the market area and in Butchers Row, which is worth a visit. There are lovely clean toilets in the market. I'm afraid access is limited as at the top of town, but has large entrance for wheelchairs.Tuesday markets are resuming occasionally,look on their Website for more...