Bude - in Cornwall near the Devon border

Bude, the area ‘where the coast meets the countryside’ is North Cornwall’s premier resort with breathtaking coastal scenery, much of it designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and its rugged coastline very popular with walkers. Clean, sandy beaches such as Widemouth Bay, Sandymouth, Summerleaze and Crooklets ('Britain’s Bond') are all just a few minutes away. Bude is very near the border with Devon so is within easy reach of Dartmoor and the unique village of Clovelly. Also within a short drive is the world famous Eden Project, and the pretty fishing villages of Boscastle and Port Isaac while a little further down the coast, Padstow is the largest of the north coast harbours.

The cliff tops at Bude are one of the most spectacular sections of the South West Coast Path; a wonderful experience for walkers. For the less athletic the Bude Canal, with flat tow-path walks, marshes, thriving wetland and recreational areas provide excellent access for birdwatchers, walkers and cyclists. Those looking for history will find much to explore. Bude’s maritime museum, canal and unique sea-lock boast the history of the town, along with the battleground at Stratton and the dozens of beautiful churches in the area. Click here for more info.

Bude is renowned for its excellent surf, with the best surfing beaches being Crooklets, Summerleaze, Widemouth and Northcott amongst others. More information on the beaches in Bude can be found here. There are lots more outdoor activities on offer for all the family, including rock climbing, canoeing and abseiling. More info on activity providers and surf schools can be found here.

Being small and friendly Bude provides a perfect holiday base for families. There are miles of sandy beaches to enjoy. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer months and there is a tide-washed open-air pool located at Summerleaze beach. Nearby are many family attractions offering something for every age group and providing real value for money days out and happy memories to last a lifetime.

See our 'Out-and-About', 'Walks' and 'Think Green!' pages for more info on places to visit.