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Explore North Cornwall from Budds Farm

For up-to-date information on local events and attractions, visit the Visit
Bude website. Check out events like the Bude and Stratton Folk Festival and
find more events on the Visit Bude website.

Coastal Highlights

  • Widemouth Bay: A Blue Flag beach ideal for surfing and family outings, located just five minutes from Budds Farm.

  • Summerleaze Beach: Known for its expansive sands and the iconic Bude Sea Pool, offering safe swimming in a semi-natural tidal pool.

  • Crooklets Beach: A favourite among surfers, this beach provides excellent waves and is backed by rugged cliffs

Historic Sites

  • Bude Castle: Built in 1830, this historic building now houses a heritage centre, art gallery, and café, offering insights into the area’s rich past.

  • Compass Point Storm Tower: An octagonal tower offering panoramic views of the coastline, recently relocated to protect it from cliff erosion.

  • Tintagel Castle: Steeped in legend, this dramatic clifftop ruin is associated with King Arthur and offers breathtaking sea views.

Nature and Wildlife

  • Maer Lake Nature Reserve: A haven for birdwatchers, this wetland reserve hosts a variety of migratory and resident bird species.
  • Marsland Valley: A tranquil nature reserve featuring ancient woodlands and diverse wildlife, perfect for peaceful walks.
  • Upper Tamar Lake: Offers opportunities for sailing, windsurfing, and birdwatching in a serene setting.

Family-Friendly Attractions

  • The Milky Way Adventure Park: An all-weather theme park featuring rides, play areas, and live shows, suitable for all ages.

  • The Big Sheep: Combines farm animals with rides and entertainment, providing a fun day out for families.

  • Tamar Otter and Wildlife Centre: A wildlife centre featuring otters and other native animals in natural surroundings.

  • The Rebel Cinema: Our own village cinema just 5 minutes drive away, showing all the latest releases.

  • Bude Leisure Centre: Featuring gym facilities and swimming pool for active families.

Picturesque Villages and Towns

  • Boscastle: A charming harbour village with quaint shops and the Museum of Witchcraft and Magic.

  • Clovelly: A unique, traffic-free village with steep cobbled streets leading down to a picturesque
    harbour.

  • Port Isaac: Famous as the filming location for “Doc Martin,” this fishing village boasts narrow lanes and scenic views. 

Outdoor Activities

  • South West Coast Path: Offers stunning coastal walks with dramatic sea views, accessible directly from Budds Farm.
  • Bude Canal: Ideal for leisurely walks, cycling, or paddleboarding, this historic canal winds through beautiful countryside.
  • Freewave Surf Academy: Learn to surf at Widemouth Bay with experienced local instructors – we highly recommend our friends at Freewave who operate just 5 minutes down
    the road from us.
  • Saltwater Safari: Provides coasteering adventures along the rugged Cornish coastline, suitable for thrill-seekers.

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