Location: Bude
Top Things to do in Bude
Things to do in Bude, England: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Bude (/bjuːd/; Cornish: Porthbud) is a small seaside resort town in north Cornwall, England, UK, in the civil parish of Bude-Stratton and at the mouth of the River Neet (also known locally as the River Strat). It is sometimes formerly known as Bude Haven. It lies southwest of Stratton, south of Flexbury and Poughill, and north of Widemouth Bay and is located along the A3073 road off the A39. Bude is twinned with Ergué-Gabéric in Brittany, France. Bude's coast faces Bude Bay in the Celtic Sea, part of the Atlantic Ocean. The population of the civil parish can be found under Bude-Stratton.
Restaurants in Bude
1. The Gildhouse, Poundstock
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
The Gildhouse is a fully restored Tudor Gildhouse, c. 1540, Open on Wednesdays from 10 am - 4pm from Easter until the end of October. Free admission, guided tours etc plus a full education programme for schools, history groups and WIs etc.
2. Maer Cliff, Bude - South West Coast Path walk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
A 2.1 mile leisurely amble on the South West Coast Path over Maer Down between two sandy beaches, on good paths with fine sea views over the rocky reefs and offshore islets. The cliffs are of geological importance and the nearby nature reserve is internationally recognised as as an important resting and feeding site for migratory birds blown in by fierce Atlantic gales.
3. St Michael and All Angels Church
4. The Castle Heritage Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By briansK7408UC - Sheffield, United Kingdom
We popped in to use the loo, but stayed to look around and was pleasantly surprised to find all sorts of interesting things inside - artwork, artefacts, train relics and more. Wel worth a visit.
5. The Castle Bude
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 235 reviews
Grade II listed, steeped in history, The Castle Bude owned and operated by Bude-Stratton Town Council offers lots to see and do for free, whatever the weather. Open daily from 10 am The Castle is home to The Heritage Centre, Café Limelight, two galleries and a gift shop. Explore Bude’s history, enjoy our continuous regularly changing exhibition programme, relax with friends over drinks, light lunches or cakes. Large dog-friendly decking area open throughout the year. Licensed wedding and civil ceremony venue. The Heritage Centre is the ideal place to come to find out about Bude and the surrounding area. Discover our world famous unique geology, the town's key role in the English Civil War and more.
Reviewed By 713rytal
Interesting museum, pretty garden and delicious tea and coffee taken in the warm and sunny conservatory. Well done to all the staff.
6. St James Church
7. Compass Point
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Norfolkbooty - Norwich, United Kingdom
Nice easy stroll, cliffs wasnt too hard to manage and definitely worth the small climb. Definitely worth the walk as views are beautiful and can see over the whole of the bay and summerleaze beach.
8. Morwenstow Parish Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By ABONJUK
Walked around the Church and the cemetry. Loyts of old headstones and tales on them about lost sailors/seamen and war service people. Spo peaceful.
9. Bude Tunnel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 929 reviews
The only tunnel Bude has to offer is open to the public free of charge, walk from the Sainsbury's car park to Crooklets Road completely undercover, protected from the elements whilst maintaining your view to the spectacular surroundings of Bude. Consisting of 36 metal arches and over 70m long, nowhere else in Bude can you walk this far undercover in a continuos straight line, all ages are welcome
Reviewed By Powell3131 - Bridestowe, United Kingdom
I think this is a great depiction of modern architecture, this tunnel has given me many hours of joy as I look at its stunning curves, as it protects me from the wind for my 30 second walk to the store from my car.
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