What to do and see in Bude-Stratton, England: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

As Bude's original surf school, established in 1999, we have taught over 30,000 men, women & children. We are proud to be a Surfing England and International Surfing Association accredited surf school. We cater for everyone from beginners to advanced, focusing on superb coaching, great service and lots of fun. We aim to be fully inclusive offering 1:1 Adaptive surfing sessions for people with Autism/disabilities. Our qualified coaches/lifeguards are chosen for their knowledge, passion and in-water experience. All equipment is provided. You won't find a better surf school.

Freewave Surf Academy provides surfing lessons for small groups, families and individuals.

Bude Geological Walks are led by Dr Roger Higgs (DPhil Oxon 1986), who has travelled the world for 30 years as a consultant geologist and continues to do so. In the 1980s Roger studied the spectacular Bude cliffs for his doctoral thesis, and now chooses to live here, 300 yards from the Atlantic surf, running his one-man consultancy Geoclastica Ltd. 'Bude Geo-Walks' operate all year (except when Roger is called overseas), departing on Thursdays at 2pm from Bude Tourist Information Centre. These fascinating 2-hour guided strolls examine Bude’s dramatic cliffs, made of hard sandstone and mudstone beds, zig-zag folded by England colliding with France 300 million years ago, before dinosaurs existed. Geo-Walkers learn how these beds were first deposited as soft sand and mud in tropical “Lake Bude”, home to Bude’s own unique fossil fish, Cornuboniscus budensis, unique in the world and now on display in Bude Castle museum. Bespoke private Geo-Walks are also available, in English or Spanish.

Bude Surfing Experience is a well established surf school who run surfing lessons on Summerleaze beach - the main surfing beach in Bude, North Cornwall. Summerleaze beach is surrounded by some great places to eat, drink and stay and you can access the shops in Bude town centre from the beach car park. At the surf school you can learn to surf or improve your surfing by joining a surf lesson lead by an experienced, highly qualified instructor. All lessons are suitable for all ages and abilities and are available everyday, all year round. You can also have a private 1:1 surf lesson or try Stand Up Paddle boarding (S.U.P). You can also hire equipment and pick up and drop off the gear from the beach car park. If you are part of a small or large group you can also book a private session just for you.

Bude Segway & Outdoor Pursuits is located in stunning North Cornwall! We are based 2 miles from Bude town centre at Wooda Farm. Choose from our range of thrilling activities on site and discover the ultimate adventure! Segway tours, Climbing and caving are just a few, We also offer surf hire for those looking to catch the ultimate Cornish wave.

OA Surf Club runs surf lessons and coasteering sessions for individuals, families and groups on a daily basis, we operate from Widemouth Bay, Bude. We also run Bed and Breakfast accommodation for families and groups. Our accommodation is perched on the cliff top with stunning grounds and views across the sea.

Established in 1979 Shoreline provides extreme sports and adventure races in Bude, North Cornwall, Cornwall and Devon and further afield. We cater for school residential's, youth camps, specialist clubs, families and friends of all ages and all abilities. An example of our range of customers would be:- - Lakefield Junior School's multi-activity week in June - Ivybridge Scouts kayak training - The Robinson family - surfing, rock climbing and archery sessions during their holiday - Ben, Josh and Karl - 3 half-day sessions of kayaking and canoeing on Bude Canal - Penzance Canoe Club surf kayak training - Budehaven school advanced adventure training for sixth form students

The Rebel is a traditional style cinema showing the latest Big Screen releases.

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.