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About Bude

Backed in parts by grassy downs, the wide sandy sweep of Bude Bay with creamy waves flowing in endless procession from the Atlantic make this a perfect summer place for surfers. Set on the spectacular Cornish Heritage Coast with numerous coves and sandy beaches, the area offers one of the finest surfing destinations in England. Widemouth Sand, beneath Pehalt Cliff is a much used spot and for those who do not have their own, just as on most of Bude Bay, there are surfboards for hire.

Here, the splendour of the coast meets the countryside, enfolding many picturesque places .Duckpool, lying to the north of Bude has a pretty stream flowing in from the lush greenery of the beautiful Coombe Valley. Interestingly, the stream is crossed by an ancient bridge with a stone telling us that King William IV made a contribution of £20 towards its construction. At Steeple Point, a sandy, shingle backed beach is guarded by towering cliffs. The woodlands of Coombe Valley offer sanctuary to birds and small mammals, nature trails take you through a wonderland of magnificent trees, shrubs and plant-life. Coombe is a delightful little hamlet where you can see a disused watermill from the 19th-century.


Visitors flock to Bude in droves for this is an area which offers so much variety that you will be quite spoilt for choice. Sandy Mouth has a rock scattered beach were a receding tide leaves interesting rock pools, it also has huge jagged pinnicles rising majestically like the ruins of some ancient castle. Away from the coast, the area has its share of history - the historic village of Stratton just a short distance from Bude, was a scene of battle in the turbulent days of the Civil War. Every May, the battle is re-enacted by members of the Sealed Knot. Whatever you choose to do, in Bude there is something of interest for every member of the family - there are friendly inns, restaurants, beach-side cafe's and visitor attractions to suit all tastes.

Places to visit include: the museum at Hartland Quay, the Nature Reserve at Mead, historic Stratton, enjoy a walk along the South West Coastal Path, or take a sea fishing trip.

Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.

Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner

Recommended attractions near Bude

Milky Way Adventure Park, Clovelly	(12.7 miles, 20.5 km, direction NE)	Pictures
The Rocky Valley	(13.6 miles, 21.8 km, direction SW)	Pictures
Tintagel Castle	(14.5 miles, 23.4 km, direction SW)	Pictures
Merlin's Cave	(14.6 miles, 23.5 km, direction SW)	Pictures
Tintagel Old Post Office	(14.6 miles, 23.5 km, direction SW)	Pictures
Launceston Castle	(15.2 miles, 24.5 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre	(17.5 miles, 28.1 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Bodmin Moor	(18.1 miles, 29.1 km, direction S)	Pictures
Jamaica Inn	(18.4 miles, 29.6 km, direction S)	Pictures
RHS Garden Rosemoor	(19.5 miles, 31.3 km, direction E)	Pictures
Northam Burrows Country Park	(20.2 miles, 32.5 km, direction NE)	Pictures
Crow Point Lighthouse	(22.4 miles, 36.0 km, direction NE)	Pictures
Lydford Gorge	(22.4 miles, 36.1 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Lydford Castle	(22.7 miles, 36.6 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Tavistock Abbey	(26.0 miles, 41.8 km, direction SE)	Pictures

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Recommended towns near Bude

Stratton, in the county of Cornwall (1.3 miles, 2.0 km, direction E)
Stratton is a short distance inland from the resort of Bude and was the scene of a Civil War battle in 1643.
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Hartland Quay, in the county of Devon (11.4 miles, 18.4 km, direction N)
The beauty of Hartland Quay is only eclipsed by the rugged cliffs which loom above it.
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Hartland, in the county of Devon (11.6 miles, 18.6 km, direction N)
There is not a lot to beat the sound of waves crashing against the rocky promontory which was known by the Roman's as the "Promontory of Hercules".
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Boscastle, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (11.8 miles, 18.9 km, direction SW)
Boscastle is favoured with the only natural harbour along a rugged rock strewn twenty mile stretch of North Cornish Coast.
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Clovelly, a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (13.4 miles, 21.6 km, direction NE)
Clovelly is beautiful, it retains an 'Olde Worlde' charm that even along this breathtaking coastline, is simply incomparable.
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Tintagel, in the county of Cornwall (14.6 miles, 23.5 km, direction SW)
Legendry seat of King Arthur, graced with spectacular cliff scenery and the ruins of a castle built for the Earl of Cornwall in...
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Launceston, in the county of Cornwall (15.3 miles, 24.6 km, direction SE)
There is a restless beauty about this stunning region, it has constantly changing vista's, the beautiful stone of enchanting houses glows in the warmth of the sun.
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Watergate, in the county of Cornwall (16.3 miles, 26.3 km, direction S)
Watergate occupies a lovely location between the picturesque fishing harbour of Padstow and the exciting surfing beaches of Newquay.
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Port Gaverne, in the county of Cornwall (20.3 miles, 32.7 km, direction SW)
The village itself was especially noted for Pilchards, a fact which caused many fishermen in the 19th-century to make this little place their home.
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Port Isaac, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (20.5 miles, 33.0 km, direction SW)
Port Isaac offers visitors many rich experiences from strolls around its ancient streets and narrow alleys criss-crossing the hillside, to simply standing on the top of a cliff watching the foaming waves of the changing tide.
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Appledore, in the county of Devon (21.8 miles, 35.1 km, direction NE)
Appledore is as enchanting as its name. It is a pretty place that shows a host of colourful fishermens cottages in the narrow streets beyond the quay
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Instow, in the county of Devon (22.3 miles, 35.9 km, direction NE)
Instow is a gorgeous seaside resort with a mass of golden sands backed by a delightful village clambering upwards to meet with fine wooded countryside.
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New Polzeath, in the county of Cornwall (23.9 miles, 38.4 km, direction SW)
New Polzeath overlooks the extensive sands at Hayles Bay, where westerly winds provide perfect conditions for surfers. Just north of New Polzeath you can find steps leading to a beautiful beach.
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Polzeath, in the county of Cornwall (24.0 miles, 38.7 km, direction SW)
This is an area of pleasant coves, delightful bays and quaint villages.
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Wadebridge, in the county of Cornwall (25.2 miles, 40.5 km, direction SW)
This enchanting place, is close to Padstow and Rock which are now renowed as excellent surfing resorts.
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Nearby travel help

Gunnislake Station	(25.9 miles, 41.7 km, direction SE)
Chapleton Station	(26.1 miles, 42.0 km, direction NE)
Newquay (Cornwall) Airport	(33.6 miles, 54.0 km, direction SW)
Plymouth City Airport	(33.8 miles, 54.4 km, direction SE)
M5 Junction 31	(46.3 miles, 74.4 km, direction E)
M5 Junction 29	(48.0 miles, 77.2 km, direction E)
Bude to London	(197.6 miles, 317.9 km, direction E)

Hotels & Accommodation in Bude

Hotel Name	Approximate distance from Bude center
Atlantic House Hotel	(0.3 miles, 0.5 km)
Edgcumbe Hotel	(0.4 miles, 0.6 km)
Camelot Hotel	(0.5 miles, 0.8 km)
Bude Haven Hotel	(0.6 miles, 0.9 km)
Elements'	(1.6 miles, 2.5 km, direction S)
Widemouth Manor	(3.3 miles, 5.2 km, direction S)
The Bickford Arms	(12.5 miles, 20.2 km, direction E)
The Hoops Inn & Country Hotel	(14.7 miles, 23.6 km, direction NE)
Bowood Park Hotel & Golf Course	(16.3 miles, 26.3 km, direction SW)
Lifton Hall Hotel	(17.1 miles, 27.6 km, direction SE)
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