Indigo, Bideford - New Property Development

We are offering new homes for sale in Bideford, Devon, this modern property development is situated on the banks of the river Torridge, close to the spectacular north Devon coast and the dramatic Atlantic Ocean.

Bideford was surprisingly once the third largest port in England, and its tree-lined quays still bustle with local fishing boats, yachts and pleasure craft.

The town is characterised by narrow streets, prolific antique shops, and the famous pannier market - so called because farmers wives used to carry their wares to market in wicker baskets. The market now opens on Tuesdays and Saturdays and is still a great place to buy fresh local produce and crafts. There are many small local independent shops in Bideford and Atlantic Village on the outskirts of town which includes over 30 outlet shops offering impressive discounts on famous brands. There is also an adventure zone here with free attractions and entertainment for children.

Bideford has a lively social scene with numerous pubs, wine bars, cafes, clubs and live music venues. There is leisure centre with two indoor pools, solarium, sauna and fitness suite at nearby Northam, while at Hartland Forest Golf Club plus theres a very scenic, but challenging 18-hole course, fishing lakes, tennis courts, and an indoor leisure complex.

Another spectacular reason for choosing to live in Bideford is its proximity to the breathtaking north Devon coast. The awesome Atlantic rollers have made this into one of Europes premier surfing destinations and the focal point for extreme water sports. The powerful hollow waves of Croyde Bay are famous the world over, while at Wesward Ho! the low tide reveals vast acres of hard packed flat sand that is perfect for land yachting and kite buggying. Instow - just opposite Bideford across the river - is popular with sailors and has a sailing school, and yacht club. If you feel safer with your feet on the ground, then you have the whole coastline to explore with its vast magnificent beaches, plus the unique and beautiful Tarka Trail passes this way.