Location: Bude
Top Things to do in Bude
What to do and see in Bude, England: The Best Shopping
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. Beau Nidol
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 53 reviews
We run half day workshops during which you can try fused glass tiffany glass or bone carving. We also make and sell driftwood sculpture and art glass,all the goods we sell are made in cornwall.
Reviewed By 116katef
I’m so pleased I finally booked a workshop. It was great fun really friendly and easy to learn. I was so delighted with my creation I booked a second session. If you don’t fancy creating your own masterpiece there are lots of lovely ready made pieces or if you ask you can have something made in your choice of colour etc!
2. Banfords
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By ThatGirlWhoReviews - Northampton, United Kingdom
I'm so glad this shop has TripAdvisor as it was actually my favourite gift shop in the whole of Bude. It had a sense of quirkiness about it that made it very memorable. The shop is kind of divided into two halves. I did lots of my holiday gift shopping in here- there was lots of Bude Souvenirs - found the lucky Pasties quite funny and cute! I Was impressed by the large Bomb Cosmetics stand in store and was particularly impressed that they stocked my favourite bomb cosmetics soap sponges (they are so hard to find in shops!) so I made sure I stocked up whilst I was there! Lots of lovely soapy gifts alongside the bomb cosmetics and candles as well as incense sticks and cones and seaside-themed decorations and trinkets, toys- there was literally every gift you could think of! Will definately come again when I return to Bude! Such a lovely shop!
3. Circle Of Five
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Circle of Five, Creation through imagination was founded in Cornwall. We are artisans designers and makers of bespoke art work and gifts including Burnt Engraved solid hardwood artwork along with Slate ware slate candles slate art as well as slate profound sayings. We also have a In house designer of jewellery incorporating beautiful natural gems and stones for all energies. A warm welcome awaits
Reviewed By S5156ZUkaram
Beautiful little shop very friendly and the kids loved digging through the gemstones whilst my husband and I looked around well worth a look around whilst you are in Bude x
4. Revival
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
5. Jemima Rainbow
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Jemima Rainbow is a quirky little family-run gift shop that stocks many items that cannot be found anywhere else in the Bude area. We stock items for all age ranges & tastes, but specialise in massage sponge soaps & Fiddlehead Fairy Garden products.
6. Pendeen Car Boot Sales
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By junej40 - Truro, United Kingdom
Been twice since,towards the end of 2018 and in 2019,there are good selection of car booters with great choices of bargains all depending on what you are looking or collecting if lucky you might find it,plenty for the younger age to find a gift or toys and then on to older folk who are looking for DIY tools,books,well worth a visit and a couple of hours plus looking for a bargain and a chat with stall holders and meeting up with friends and where we are all looking for that bargain that might be worth more than what you paid for it
7. The Costume Rooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Limeylizard - Hamilton, Caribbean
So many beautiful things to buy, every subject in books from knitting to Jane Austin! Good for Game of Thrones enthusiasts too. Need a birthday card and wrapping paper? Every card for every occasion! Cath Kidson items and local artist creations. And just when you thought you'd seen every thing, there are 2 ladies ( Michelle) being the creative talent and owner of the shop is sat sewing away in their in-house work room making period costumes. A definite must see. And located right across from the canal.
8. Bude Surf Cabin
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By A2873IVjackc
Great quality, great selection and great service. I stayed not far from the cabin and enjoyed it so much I bought a shirt and a beanie. The board I rented was perfect for what I needed. I’d definitely recommend going here if you’re looking to buy or rent any surf stuff
9. Wildwood
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Wildwood Cornwall is a unique cultural shopping experience hidden within a 19th Century cottage in the coastal town of Bude. Established in 2000 we specialise in fairtrade and eco-friendly products to provide an eclectic range of homewares, jewellery, gifts, clothing, furniture and furnishings. We are often referred to as an Aladdin's cave
Reviewed By louisac302
Such an Aladdin's cave. Treats and surprises around every corner. Always something special and unique. Every town should have a Wildwood
10. Atlantic Glass Studio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
For updates with regard to COVID 19 and our shop, please look at our website: - www.atlanticglassstudio.co.uk 'Atlantic Glass Studio' is an exciting workshop based on the edge of the old canal at Bude and with views out across Summerleaze Beach to the Atlantic. It is a collaboration of 4 local artists specialising in working with glass, pearls, silver and other metals producing beautiful pieces of art and jewellery. Our opening hours are available on our website, together with information on which one of the four is in the studio in case you wanted to see one of us particularly about a piece of work. We are often working in the studio, designing or finishing off work. We are sorry we cannot offer classes at Atlantic Glass Studio itself as we do not have the space. During the summer months we are open daily 10:30 - 17:00, for our opening hours outside of the holiday period please check out our website. We look forward to seeing you in the Studio.
Reviewed By 997kevins - Watford, United Kingdom
We like the Atlantic Glass Studio and each year try and obtain an early Christmas gift or two. Situated on the Canal side with plenty of paid for parking it is a lovely little shop selling works by a number of local craftspeople. Prices were reasonable. Well worth a visit.
