Bude

Travel Guide
Bude featuring boating and a coastal town
Hit the waves for surfing or relax and enjoy the mellow atmosphere around town at this charming seaside resort surrounded by some of the best beaches in Cornwall.

Visit Bude and relax on one of the town’s beautiful beaches. Grab a board and go surfing or try other water and beach sports. Cycle through the surrounding countryside or take a relaxing walk instead. See the local artisans and try a wide variety of crafts.

Bude’s stunning sands and rolling surf make it one of the best beach towns in Cornwall. See picturesque fishing boats at the expansive the central Bude Beach, known as Summerleaze Beach. Relax with your family in the Bude Sea Pool and enjoy water sports on the ocean. Sign up for a lesson with a local surf school or try kayaking, sea fishing and climbing. Head to Crooklets Beach for more surfing and sports. Watch the Bude Surf Life Saving Clubhouse members give lifesaving demonstrations on Tuesday evenings in the summer.

Visit one of the arts and crafts centers and purchase a souvenir. Participate in a range of fun workshops. Learn bone carving, create artworks from glass or make your own ceramic kitchenware. Shop at the independent boutiques and eat lunch at one of the town’s cafés.

Find one of the numerous historic towns and villages outside of Bude. By car it’s 11 miles (17.7 kilometers) south to Crackington Haven. Head to this quaint coastal village and relax in the tea rooms or pub or head into the countryside to spot wildlife and wild flowers. Morwenstow is about 12 miles (19 kilometers) north of Bude. See heritage attractions and watch the sun set from the cliffs. Keep a look out and maybe even spot a seal or two.

Bude has no train station, but reach it easily by car, coach or cab. Select from many options for accommodations. Stay at a luxury hotel with a sea view or in a self-catering cottage. Bude also hosts numerous events throughout the year, such as food and music festivals. Be sure to check ahead to see what’s on.

The Falcon Hotel
The Falcon Hotel
3 out of 5
Breakwater Road, Bude, England
The price is S$210 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
S$210
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bude. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (286 reviews)
"Service was very good ,great location,very good food .well done"

Reviewed on 5 Nov,2024

The Falcon Hotel
The Tree Inn
The Tree Inn
3.5 out of 5
The Tree Inn, Fore Street, Stratton, Bude, England
The price is S$84 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
S$84
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star B&B in Bude. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (299 reviews)
"The building is amazingly old and rickety, we loved it and the history. You are made to feel at home by all staff and couldn’t fault the place, if your looking for basic and shared place then this is the place for you! Also a nice pub attached so can’t go wrong ;)"

Reviewed on 6 Nov,2024

The Tree Inn
Beach House
Beach House
3 out of 5
Widemouth Bay, Bude, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$146 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
S$146
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Stay at this 3-star beach B&B in Bude. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (241 reviews)
Beach House Hotel
"Our trip to this hotel was overall a pleasant experience, however a couple of items regarding this hotel need to be addressed. 1. The carpets areceorn and dirty, they need changing or at the very least cleaning. 2. The hot water in the shower takes too long to heat up (approximately a minutes) 3. ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sep,2024

Beach House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Atlantic Surf Pods - Campsite
Atlantic Surf Pods - Campsite
2 out of 5
Atlantic Highway, Bude, England
Stay at this campground in Bude. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Harlequinns Leisure and South West Coast Path Section 10 Trailhead ...
7.2/10 Good! (5 reviews)
"lovely place for getaway, quite and safe"

Reviewed on 4 Sep,2023

Atlantic Surf Pods - Campsite
Atlantic Cottages
Atlantic Cottages
4 out of 5
Atlantic Farm, Bude, England
Stay at this 4-star cottage in Bude. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Harlequinns Leisure and South West Coast Path Section 10 ...
7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
Lovely Stay
"The cottage was really clean, spacious and decorated to a good standard. Bed was really comfortable and the robes and slippers were a nice touch. Owners were lovely people!"

Reviewed on 3 Jun,2024

Atlantic Cottages
Willow Valley Holiday Park
Willow Valley Holiday Park
3 out of 5
Willow Valley Holiday Park, Bush, Bude, England
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Bude. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Red Elk Archery and Ivyleaf Golf Course & Driving ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Great escape!
"Amazing lodge, lovely hosts. Will be visitimh again!"

Reviewed on 3 Nov,2024

Willow Valley Holiday Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A simply beautiful place. The canal walk was lovely, rowing, walking, eating and drinking. What's not to like? A bit more sun maybe?! How lovely that Bude still has a bank, library, and post office. Long may you keep them.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very unique place, quiet , lovely beach.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Absolutely perfect for all our needs/requirements.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Family friendly area. Golf, surfing, body boarding.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

A lovely place to visit. Harbour area interesting.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

My mother grew up in Bude - family gathering in her honour a year after she died.