Widemouth Sand Beach
Bude, Cornwall
This large sandy beach with its adjacent rocky reefs provides good rock pooling opportunities. Backed by low cliffs and surrounded by fascinating rock formations. The bay is known for excellent surf.
Beach Type
SandFacilities
Toilets with facilities for disabled peopleThere are cafes and beach shops nearby
Activities
This is a classic English beachbreakVery popular with surfers
Nature and Wildlife
Many rockpools harbouring marine life. The coastal path runs past the beach and provides excellent views towards Millook and the coast north of Bude.Parking
There are two large car parks with space for over 300 cars.Water Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
RNLICleaning and Litter
The beach is cleaned regularly throughout the year.Dogs
Dogs are banned along half of the beach from Easter - October.Awards and Recommendations
Marine Conservation Society RecommendedLocation
Nearest town: BudeCounty: Cornwall
Latitude/Longitude: 50.7926, -4.5571
Postcode: EX23 0AH
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
The beach is off the A39 south from Bude. access via steps and a concrete ramp.Public Transport
Bus routes 518 595Tourist Information
Bude Visitors Centre Crescent Car Park Bude Tel. 01288 354240See the Environment Agency report for this beach