BIDEFORD had to settle for a draw after leading 2-0 against Bristol Manor Farm last night.

The Toolstation Premier Division leaders were in command at the break with goals from Ellis Laight and Clay Bond.

But two deflected strikes in the second half saw the lively home side hit back.

Ilfracombe Town's 0-0 draw with Dawlish Town means the Robins remain six points clear at the summit.

They go to Larkhall Athletic on Saturday, then face Corsham Town at the Sports Ground on Tuesday.

Bideford: Ryan Draper, Nick Barker, Ben Wood, Darren Hawkings, Rob Francis, Chris Brown, Ian Down, Clay Bond, Matt Andrew, Ashley Yeoman, Ellis Laight. Subs: Kevin Squire, Matt Hockley, Matt Downing.

● See Thursday's Journal for reports and reaction from Bideford's busy run of games against Sherborne Town, Welton Rovers and Bristol Manor Farm.