Found within the rocks of Summerleaze beach, Bude Sea Pool is a beautiful part natural, part man made swimming pool. Created in the 1930s it has created a safe bathing place at Bude for over 80 years. It a one of the few tidal swimming pools that remains open all year around to the general public and is free for all to enjoy.

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A huge indoor swimming pool in Bude, stretching 33m long and 5 lanes wide, offering plenty of space for fitness training and leisure swimming alike. The pool offers two distinct sessions - flat water sessions for the serious swimmers wishing to do lane swimming and sessions with waves and the flume open for families after some splashy entertainments. Check timetable to ensure you are coming along for the right session for you. Opening hours: Mon to Fri 07:00 - 21:00, Sat 07:45 - 17:00, Sun 09:00 - 17:00, Bank Holidays 10:00 - 14:00.

Explore the breathtaking Cornish countryside whilst discovering the thrill of riding a Segway! You can ride a Segway with no prior experience at all, and whilst there is no minimum age, riders must be able to comfortably reach the handlebars (around 4ft) and weigh at least 5 stone to allow the Segway to work efficiently. Segwaying is a fun activity for all of the family, young and old, as well as couples and friends. If you're looking for something different to do and a little adventure in the Cornish countryside, then book a Segway session!

Offering an action-packed programme of activities under the safe supervision of the highly experienced Sam Roberts, and his team. Whether you'd like to learn surfing or body boarding at Widemouth Bay, or experience Canadian Canoeing or the entertaining Jungle Run in the Bude canal - there is something for everyone, of all ages and abilities. Qualified coaches. All equipment provided. No experience necessary. Open 1 March through to 30 December. Booking required.

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A magic experience to enjoy while you’re on holiday in Cornwall, the Museum of Witchcraft is in the village of Boscastle and was the creation of Cecil Williams whose fascination with the subject started in childhood.  He set up the Cornish museum in 1960, saying it was three miles from a prehistoric maze stone carved into a living rock face, ‘proof that from ancient times man and his magic making with the world of spirit were active in this area’.  Today you can visit to explore the collections or enjoy seasonal events such as candlelit evenings and Halloween at the museum.

The Brendon Arms, Bude's best known Inn, has been owned and run by the Brendon family since 1872. Overlooking Bude's inner harbour and just 200 yards from the unique sea-lock and Summerleaze beach, it occupies a prime position and proudly boasts that it provides 'The Warmest Welcome in the West'. We serve traditional pub food and drinks with gluten free and vegan options.

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A super stylish pizza restaurant serving authentic Napolitan pizzas and top notch Italian food.  Available for eat-in, takeaway or delivery.

La Bocca Pizza  24 The Strand, Bude EX23 8QU (T: 01288 255855)

Cornwall and Italy combine at this smart canalside coffee house and bistro.  Enjoy an alfresco coffee and watch the world go by or stay a little longer and enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner in the spacious restaurant and conservatory.

Olive Tree The Wharf, Bude EX23 8LG (T: 01288 359577)

Offering the finest local meats, fish, produce & brewers on our doorstep, provenance is key when developing our menus. Experience the delights of Norton Barton Artisan Food Village Charcuterie, Philip Warren Aged Beef & Lamb, Camel Valley Sparkling Wine or Tarquins Gin & Morvennah Rum,  to name just a few… 

The Falcon Hotel, Breakwater Rd, Bude EX23 8SD, 01288 352 005

A modern surf style diner serving a good range of snacks and tasty main meals using fresh local ingredients.  Try one of their famous milkshakes or watch one of the latest surf movies after a hard day on the beach.  Family and dog friendly. 

Atlantic Diner 7 Belle Vue, Bude EX23 8JL (T: 01288 354167)

Less the five minutes on foot from the centre of Bude, Summerleaze Beach is an easy beach to get to and enjoy for the whole day.  There’s a river flanking the sandy beach and it’s sheltered by a breakwater, making it popular with families and surfers.  You can book beach huts daily or weekly, and adding to its charm is a part man-made/part natural salt water sea pool to swim in at the foot of the cliff, that’s been welcoming swimmers since it opened in 1930.  There’s lifeguard cover in the summer months, dogs need to be kept on leads from May to September, and there are toilets and disabled toilets close by as well as an RNLI shop, sandy play area, a beach café, and a large car park that leads directly to the sand dunes.

Crooklets Beach, near Bude, offers golden sands and rock pools to explore.  There is a cafe right on the sea front and access from teh car park is level.  There are public toilets and an outdoor shower for sandy toes.  Car parking is available at Crooklets Road car park EX23 8LG.

A spectacular National Trust beach on the dramatic stretch of coast between Bude and Morwenstow.  With an impressive backdrop of sheer cliffs dating back millions of years and sand exposed as the tide recedes, Sandymouth is popular amongst surfers and families alike.  There is a large car park at the top of the cliff and then the walk down to the beach is via a steep path with steps making Sandymouth unsuitable for those who are less mobile. Once on the beach you’ll find a seasonal café, toilets and surf hire along with  lifeguard cover during peak months. 

Three miles south of Bude, Widemouth Bay Beach is a long, open bay that’s popular with families and surfers, while at low tide there are hundreds of rock pools to explore.  It’s a wonderful place to learn to surf or body board thanks to fantastic conditions and lots of local surf schools in the surrounding area.  There’s free parking at both ends of the bay as well as viewing points.  Dogs are welcome throughout the year on the south section of the beach, otherwise known as Black Rock, but on the northern part there are seasonal dog bans.  It has a wild feel to it, which adds to its appeal, and there is lifeguard cover in the summer, but nonetheless do be careful when swimming.

The wild Blackrock Beach is found on the south side of Widemouth Bay but becomes isolated at high tide.  The point and reef breaks here make is a well known spot for surfers, and the rock pools exposed at low tide draw families and nature lovers of all ages to this lovely spot.  The cool little café here serves a tasty brunch or lunch including some great seafood.