Way of the Wharves received the Devon History Society ‘Book of the Year Award’ in the Local History Society category for ‘A History of East the Water, Bideford’ The award was presented by Prof French … Read More
Archaeology Report Wharves Site, Barnstaple Street
The attached archaeology report was produced for Red Earth, by AC Archaeology, Exeter. Click here to read full report. A synopsis of the report’s summary: The wharf is situated on reclaimed land, with various phases … Read More
New book ‘A history of East-the-Water, Bideford’ published by Way of the Wharves available from today.
Much that has been written about Bideford’s past has touched upon the story of East- the-Water, despite the long history of the wharves and their commercial importance to the local area, this is the first … Read More
Lottery Funding for Bideford BIG DRAW Saturday 30 October 2021
A community event organised by Way of the Wharves and using the universal language of drawing for learning, expression, and invention. Getting Bideford involved and creative by being part of the World’s Biggest Community of Drawing Enthusiasts! … Read More
Phone Box, Torrington Street
WOTW have adopted the iconic K6 phone box next to the Bethel Chapel. Working with East the Water in Bloom it will be converted into a community hub celebrating heritage and horticulture. Sited by the … Read More
Way of the Wharves CIO – Registered Charity Number 1188912
Way of the Wharves is delighted to announce that the Charities Commission confirmed today (6 April 2020) that Way of the Wharves is a registered charity (WAY OF THE WHARVES CIO Registered Charity Number 1188912) … Read More
Primary School Education Programme 2018
As part of the Living History part of the Way of the Wharves, we are running exciting workshops and educational experiences for Years 3 & 4 under our “Weird Wharves” banner. These fun sessions are … Read More