"The least rowdy modern seaside town in Cornwall. A counterpart to Devon's Sidmouth" said the late Sir John Betjeman. He also went on to say "A prevalence of grassy down and sandy bays and a river and a canal finding separate outlets to the sea." Today, it is still one of the "nicer" resorts and popular venue for all ages.
There is a multitude of things to do, places to go, wonderful surrounding countryside, and ideally suited for moorland excursions to Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor.
It is only 16 miles north to Clovelly, a unique fishing village, and Bideford for a boat trip to Lundy Island. The famous Eden Project is only an hours' drive away. There are many wonderful gardens to visit including the Lost Gardens of Heligan, close to Mevagissey.
Bude remains a relaxing place to stay and although resorts have to keep up with modern day trends, the town is not over commercialised as many others are. It is a children's paradise, a laid-back resort for parents, and historically brilliant for the discerning.
Bude and North Cornwall
There is a good selection of restaurants, cafes and bars, all within walking distance of the apartments. On Summerleaze Beach is the wonderful natural sea washed swimming pool, the pool and the beach have life guard patrols during the summer.
Dogs are allowed on Summerleaze Beach, but have to be kept on a lead between 10.00am and 6.00pm.
Around the local villages you can discover wonderful stories of the Civil War of 1643, the lifestyle of Parson Hawker of Morwenstow the Grenvilles of Stowe and Kilkhampton, and wonderful old churches at Stratton, Marhamchurch, Poughill, Poundstock, Launcells to name only a few.
Bude is a town of festivals, sporting events, garden parties and cream teas, and it takes many visits to appreciate that it is "the loveliest peace of Cornwall".
Within a few minutes of the apartments you can be into any number of leisure activities, Positioned on the longest Coastal Footpath, "The South West Way", you could explore the cliff tops or enjoy many other local walks. The canal and path provide level walking, excellent local fishing, and it is historically interesting with one of only three sea lock gates in the country. It was built to assist local agriculture by transporting Bude's mineral rich sand to local farms. Maybe you would prefer a game of golf? The clubhouse of the popular links course is three minutes walk from our apartments. Bowls, pitch and putt, water sports, tennis (lawn and hardcourt) facilities are all close by. Details of these and other activities and attractions are available at the Tourist Information Centre.
"The Splash" leisure pool provides indoor swimming, a wave machine and flume at tropical temperatures all the year round. Adjacent is the ten pin bowling centre/play area.
Most holiday makers enjoy a stroll around the town.
Bude provides a welcome change from the usual high street with individually owned shops, where your custom is always appreciated.
The beaches are quite magnificent and spacious. For the surfing fraternity, Bude has the highest tides in Cornwall, Sheltered coves can be located and the popular rockpools are a hive of activity.
World Heritage status for the mining landscape of West Devon and Cornwall has been awarded. There are currently 10 sites to visit.
The Mornish Holiday Apartments, Summerleaze Crescent, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 8HJ, UK.
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