Location: Bude
Top Things to do in Bude
Top 10 Things to do in Bude, England
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. Red Elk Archery
2. Walk Bude - Coastal & Canal
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 257 reviews
Reviewed By anthonymF8433TD
We have hundreds of miles of canal back in the north west and walk them regularly.Today we have been for cream tea on the barge cafe,weight watchers is closed so we have to walk it off.This is a sea end canal,which is something you don't see everyday,the canal do's actually finish in the atlantic.Perfectly flat towpath,well maintained with some interesting sculptures along the way.We walked from town centre to beyond the first long bend,It probably took about half an hour.The wetland that runs parallel is alive with birds and ducks and has a hide for viewing.Plenty of people taking time away from covid to stroll,slowly along ,a little nod hello or a small smile can be a cure to some people and a winding canal is perfect on a cold day to blow away the cobwebs,There is also plenty of history to read about in the town section.This is a really pleasant nature walk,we saw herons asleep and stalking,fish topped a couple of times and a peregrine went home hungry,this is a well cared for place free of litter and unlike back home,no shopping trolley or moped below the surface.I did not pack any fishing gear as all we wanted was some time together after working through this pandemic and to walk and explore.But inside I was seething as we walked along there were four guys sitting on the far bank fishing,I am far to mature to be jealous,but shouldn't they be at work
3. Bude Tourist Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 160 reviews
Whatever you are looking for on your visit to Bude, our Tourist Information Centre is an excellent first stop. Our friendly staff and many resources can help you get more from your trip, while we also sell both refreshments and a range of books and gifts. Located on The Crescent, with easy parking right next to the town centre and beaches, Bude TIC has a wide range of services and goods to offer, including: Books, guides, maps and leaflets detailing local walks, history and more. Gifts, souvenirs and Cornish confectionery. Local artwork and heritage exhibits. All the information you need on local attractions, day trips and transport. Bookings taken for local guided walks and tours. Local event listings and discount vouchers Most importantly, free accommodation bookings.
Reviewed By tonysK4638JG - Pembroke, United Kingdom
Thanks to the ladies working their sunday to help us tourist. Happy smiles good knowledge and ready with a laugh
4. Bude Sea Pool
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,008 reviews
Bude Sea Pool is a part-natural, partially man-made tidal swimming pool on the beach at this popular seaside town in North Cornwall. It was built in the 1930s under the cliffs of Summerleaze Beach to provide safe bathing in sea water, but away from the dangerous Atlantic currents in the bay. Measuring around 91m by 45m, it is topped up at high tide by the Atlantic Ocean. Since 2012 it has been managed by the Friends of Bude Sea Pool, a not-for-profit charity that took over the facility when public funding was withdrawn. The spacious Pool provides plenty of room for paddling or serious swimming: inflatables, snorkels, surfboards and even scuba divers are welcome - just be considerate of other users, please. Bude Sea Pool is open throughout the year and is FREE for all to enjoy. Children must be accompanied at Bude Sea Pool at all times. Swimming in the Pool is FREE but there are donation boxes at the Pool if you enjoy your splash and want to help us maintain this wonderful facility.
Reviewed By moley666
We were finally able to travel to Bude in July this year. I had been dreaming about swimming in the sea pool throughout lockdown! So wonderful to be back in the water. Lovely shallow area to test out the temperature and then just delicious salt water swimming. Can’t wait to be back to visit again.
5. Crooklets Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 395 reviews
Reviewed By lexnov82 - Nottingham, United Kingdom
Great surf; lots of rock pools to explore; perfect sandcastle building sand; excellent beachside grub; very big and reasonabley priced carpark; relaxed and laid back atmosphere.
6. 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.
7. Summerleaze Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 602 reviews
Summerleaze Beach is Bude’s central hub of sand, surf and sun, and it’s the first port of call for many visitors. Clean, safe and easy on the eye, Summerleaze Beach is a big hit with surfers, beach bums and families. However, it is the sheer variety of activities that mark Summerleaze as arguably the best beach in Cornwall for outdoor pursuits and water sports. There are superb local surf schools, for example, but you could also try kayaking, sea fishing or sample the thrills of climbing or coasteering with friendly professionals. Summerleaze Beach also has features that show why Bude is popular for family friendly and disability friendly holidays. Summerleaze offers level access and a flat viewing area, for example, while a cute, sheltered sea pool is ideal for young ones to have a salt water dip. For a serious spot of loafing, there are also cute beach huts to hire.
Reviewed By HitchinGannet - Hitchin, United Kingdom
With so many people looking for UK holiday destinations in the near future, Bude is well worth a look - it's got more than one generous beach, of which Summerleaze with its sea pool is the pick, the car park is right next door, there's a whole town to pick from if you tire of the sand and surf but nothing is too developed or overcrowded. Ticks all the boxes, keep your fingers crossed for the weather.
8. Widemouth Bay Beach
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.
10. Tamar Lakes
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By ceejay-94 - Henley-on-Thames, United Kingdom
A lovely quiet place you can spend the day doing some water sports (kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, pedalos, sailing) while have a picnic or getting a bite to eat at the cafe onsite. There are walking trails you can do. For the water sports you can book activities online and recommend looking to make sure the centre is open as currently they aren’t open everyday of the week.
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