Bude Attractions

Just 5 miles from Pot & Barrel, this secluded, cliff-backed beach is perfect for those seeking natural beauty away from the busier Bude attractions. The small National Trust car park provides access to a rocky coastline with dramatic scenery and excellent walking opportunities with panoramic sea views.

Uncover one of North Cornwall’s coastal treasures, a 30-minute drive away from our B&B. The medieval harbour, surrounded by steep-sided valleys, creates one of Cornwall’s most romantic landscapes. 

Just a 10-minute drive from our B&B, discover Sandymouth’s dramatic cliffs, rock formations, and the sandy beach revealed at low tide. The car park provides easy access to this stretch of the South West Coast Path, offering walks with breathtaking coastal panoramas.

A 75-minute drive away in the Tamar Valley, discover a wonderfully preserved Tudor house complemented by extensive gardens, orchards, and a historic quay and watermill. 

Approximately an hour’s drive from Pot & Barrel, you’ll find one of Cornwall’s grandest country estates. The magnificent late-Victorian country house reveals the contrast between a life upstairs and downstairs. The property is surrounded by 900 acres of estate, including a stunning formal garden and ancient woodlands laced with cycling and walking trails.

When you’re ready for a change from coastal experiences, the regions surrounding Bude offer remarkable landscapes and attractions that reveal a completely different aspect of Cornwall and Devon.

This ancient landscape of wild, open moorland has captured imaginations for centuries and offers some of Cornwall’s most dramatic inland scenery. Hike to the summit of Brown Willy, Cornwall’s highest point, for panoramic views stretching to both coasts on clear days. 

The moor is steeped in history and legend. Visit the Hurlers Stone Circles near Minions, three perfectly aligned Neolithic stone circles shrouded in local folklore. Jamaica Inn, made famous by Daphne du Maurier’s novel, offers refreshments alongside a smuggling museum that documents the moor’s lawless past.

For woodland adventures, Cardinham Woods offers waymarked walking and cycling trails through beautiful mixed woodlands. The paths range from gentle strolls to more challenging routes, with a welcoming café providing well-earned refreshments.

The market town of Launceston, with its impressive castle ruins and narrow streets lined with historic buildings, makes for a fascinating visit. As Cornwall’s ancient capital, it offers a connection to the region’s past alongside independent shops and local eateries.

The historic town of Tavistock sits on Dartmoor’s western edge. This attractive market town, the birthplace of Sir Francis Drake, is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its mining heritage. The Pannier Market offers local produce and crafts, while the restored canal wharf area provides a picturesque setting for a relaxed stroll.

The Tamar Lakes are a wonderful destination for tranquil waterside walks and various watersports. The Upper Lake is a nature reserve known for excellent birdwatching, while the Lower Lake offers sailing and windsurfing opportunities.

Home to some of the region’s most spectacular cliff formations, these dramatically contorted rock layers tell a geological story spanning millions of years. The tiny settlement includes a museum documenting the area’s maritime history, and a hotel with a pub. 

Hartland Abbey’s beautiful historic house and gardens are frequently used as filming locations. The walk from the Abbey through the wooded valley to the secluded beach at Blackpool Mill provides a perfect blend of history and natural beauty.