Beaches near Bude
Looking for a beach near me? The Cornwall Beaches guide has 9 listed in and close to Bude to choose from. We've put the beaches in order of nearest first, but none are more than a few miles from Bude.
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Located within easy walking distance of Bude town centre Summerleaze is a popular beach. However, the extensive sands in every direction mean at anything except high tide it is unlikely to feel crowded. The waves can be quite powerful here which, whilst great news for the surfers, isn't ideal for young children. But this is…
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As the name suggests Breakwater Beach sits to the seaward side of Bude's breakwater, just across the canal from the town's main Summerleaze beach. Despite their proximity the two beaches couldn't be less alike; whilst Summerleaze is a vast stretch of golden sand with all the facilities Breakwater beach is a jumble of rocks and…
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The small beach of Crooklets adjoins Summerleaze and Northcott Mouth at low tide forming a larger bay. The sandy beach is bordered to the north by Wrangle point and separated from Summerleaze beach to the south by a rocky outcrop. A popular family beach with plenty of facilities, Crooklets can get a little busy during…
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Northcott Mouth is the main stretch of sand that at low tide joins up with Crooklets beach in the south and almost as far as Duckpool in the north. However, it is not advisable to attempt the walk unless you know the tide times as it is easy to get cut off. As with many…
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The beach at Widemouth Bay is a wide expanse of open sand stretching nearly 2 miles. Despite being only 3 miles from the popular resort town of Bude the beach here has a wild feel.This is an exposed stretch of coast, facing west, straight into the full force of the Atlantic Ocean. Great news for…
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Sandymouth is a good-sized beach situated about 15 minutes drive north of Bude. When the tide is in the beach is mostly pebbles, but as it drops away large areas of sand are revealed. At low tide the beach stretches for over 2 miles and connects up with other Bude beaches such as Crooklets. If you…
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Nestled between high cliffs, with the imposing Steeple Point to the right, Duckpool is one of the most attractive and dramatic coves in the area. The beach is approached via the tranquil woodland of Coombe Valley. At higher tides the beach is made up of pebbles, but as the tide drops sand and rocks are…
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Situated in North Cornwall approximately two miles from Widemouth Bay and four miles from Bude, Millook Haven Beach is a north west facing beach which lies under the imposing Penalt Cliff.Composed mainly of large pebbles and coarse shingle, it isn't a bathing beach but is well known spot amongst experienced surfers.
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Limited access means this small sand and rock beach is usually quiet, if not empty. Swimming can be dangerous and low/turning tide is best avoided
