Family Holiday Cottages North Cornwall

What to do in and around the Bude area

There’s plenty to do nearby when staying in our North Cornwall holiday cottages…

Walking

We are extremely lucky as our Bude holiday cottages and glamping yurts are situated just 2 miles from the coast of Cornwall, and the famous South West Coast path that starts at Minehead, in Somerset, and ends at Studland, in Dorset.

You can walk from our land, down through Combe Valley (AONB) to Duckpool Cove and we are always more than happy to pick up / drop off walkers, should you wish to leave your car at your holiday cottage.

You can also walk around our land, which is just one of the reasons we think our holiday cottage and yurt accommodation is amongst the best in Cornwall.

Beaches

We are spoilt for choice for beaches and coves in this area of North Cornwall. Here are just a few of our favourites:-

Check out our latest blog for a detailed run-down of the best beaches -https://www.woodlandsmanorfarm.co.uk/woodlands-manor-farm-local-beaches/

Duck Pool

Our nearest beach at just 2 miles away from the cottages at Woodlands Manor Farm.

It is a very natural and wild cove and, although swimming is not recommended, the surf is good for experienced surfers.

Duck Pool is favoured by many as a quiet retreat away from it all and offers spectacular scenery whatever the weather.

Sandymouth

Owned by the National Trust, this is about 3 miles from us. A huge sandy beach… as the name implies! Car parking and café on site.

Summerleaze

One of 2 beaches in Bude. A very wide beach with plenty of sand and a seawater swimming pool. Beach huts, cafés and a good size car park.

Widemouth Bay

Pronounced ‘Widmuth’, the Bay is 3 miles south of Bude and offers 2 stunning beaches stretching approx 1.5 miles. Excellent facilities, with a number of surf schools.

Villages and Towns

Kilkhampton – this is the nearest village to our holiday cottages and has a small range of shops including 2 grocers, post office, a fish and chip shop and a pizza takeaway. And the little pig cafe that makes the best breakfast around.

Kilk, as it is known to the locals, also has 2 pubs: The London Inn and The New Inn. Both offer local ales and home-cooked food.

Bude

Bude is located just 6 miles south of us, right on the coast.

Bude is a mix of contemporary and old-fashioned charm. There are plenty of unique and locally-owned shops and a wide selection of individual restaurants, cafés and pubs to suit everyone’s budget and taste.

Bude is a great place to spend time, and our holiday cottages are in a perfect location in North Cornwall for you to do so.

Ensure you make time to stroll along the canal, as it has one of only two working lock gates opening straight into the sea in the whole of Britain.

Also, Bude boasts not only one but two beaches! Crooklets is perfect for surfers and Summerleaze is perfect for families.

The golf club is located overlooking Bude, with glorious views out to sea. The links course will give even the experienced golfer a challenging round!

Clovelly

Located just 10 miles north of our holiday cottages, it is a typical North Cornwall picture postcard fishing village, with cobbled streets, a tiny working harbour and donkey rides up and down the steep lanes. Clovelly is well worth a visit.

Hartland

The Hartland Peninsula offers some of the best walking on the North Devon / Cornwall border. The South West Coast path circles the entire peninsula and there is fantastic scenery, shady lanes, ancient woodlands, sheltered footpaths, traditional bridleways, and open moors. Harland Abbey is a lovely day out for all the family.

www.hartlandpeninsula.co.uk/extraordinary-things-to-do

Tintagel

A very pretty Cornish town, famous for its association with King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. The Castle is maintained by English Heritage.

Visit Tintagel Web for more details – www.tintagelweb.co.uk

Pubs

Our local favourite is The Bush Pub for a drink and food. Sam who helps with the animals at Woodlands is often working behind the bar to make sure you say hello.

https://www.thebushinnmorwenstow.com/

Restaurants

Bude and the surrounding area has an amazing range of beach side restaurants, fine dining, quality pub food and kid friendly restaurants too.

Check out our latest blog for our personal reccomendations. https://www.woodlandsmanorfarm.co.uk/local-bude-restaurants/

Wood Turning at Hide Studio

bude wood turning coures

Fancy something totally unique. The fabulous Hide Studio is offering courses in turning “Green” wood. You’ll be taught at your own pace by Rich Inight, who has been a woodworker for 30+ years. Half and full-day courses available. For more information email – info@thehidestudiocornwall.co.uk or call 07743 389320

https://thehidestudiocornwall.co.uk/wood-turning/

Family Attractions

The Big Sheep

A great day out for the whole family. Lots of activities ranging from sheep races, pony rides, indoor and outdoor play areas, garden centre and high ropes course – something for young and old alike. Visit their website for more details – www.thebigsheep.co.uk

The Milky Way

Excellent adventure park with indoor and outdoor activities. It is also the home of Devon’s longest, fastest and highest roller coaster. Visit their website – www.themilkyway.co.uk

The North Devon Wake Park

North Devon Wake Park is one of the largest watersports centres in the South West! Offering Wakeboarding, Aquaparks, Ringo rides, Paddleboarding and open water swimming

https://www.northdevonwakepark.co.uk/

Monster Slip and Slide

Amazing summer fun – every summer the slip and slide comes to Bude. Use the free super-fast bodyboards and inflatable rings to launch yourself off our Monster ramp and get yourself flying down the 360ft long, Monster of a slide! Kids under 4 even slide for free!

https://monsterslipandslide.com/

Adventure Bude

Adventure Bude has a wealth of facilities at its disposal. These range from the on-site facilities which are second to none to the off-site facilities just a stones throw from the Centre. You really are spoilt for choice – surfing, 60ft multi-pitch climbing wall, bouldering facility, extensive high ropes course, a purpose-built extensive network of tunnels and chambers, astro-turfed sports area including 5 A-side football pitches and basketball court, kayaking, canoeing, and dragon boating activities.

https://adventure.uk.com/facilities.php

Skern Lodge

Based in Appledore, Skern Lodge have been delivering outdoor activities, experiential learning and development training since 1976. Fantastic range of activities on offer including absailing, archery, surfing, powerboating, kayaking, coastering, climbing,high ropes and lots more. There truly is something for everyone at Skern Lodge

https://www.skernlodge.com/

Surfing and lots more outdoor activities

You are absolutely spoilt for choice in Bude when it comes to watersports. There are many surf schools offering surfing, paddle boarding and coasteering opportunities – check out our blog on the best of the best or ring us directly for some advice.

Read our blog for a summary of the best schools – https://www.woodlandsmanorfarm.co.uk/local-surf-schools-bude/