Bude is every bit the charming English seaside town (Image: Getty)
A stunning seaside town has been hailed as ‘s best, and the perfect base for a family holiday.
The county boasts a number of the nation’s favourite staycation destinations, including St Ives, Mevagissey, Polperro, Polzeath, Looe, Fowey, Padstow.
But in ‘s recent ranking of the , one proved “really hard to beat”.
Bude, a town in North southwest of Stratton, south of Flexbury and Poughill, is known for its beautiful beaches and is only a short drive from other top tourist spots in and .
The town has a great of its own, particularly Summerleaze Beach, Crooklets Beach, and Black Rock Beach, while nearby Sandymouth Bay is famed for its dramatic beauty.
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Sandymouth Bay beach near Bude, Cornwall. (Image: Getty)
If you’re really looking to bed in for long days at the , you can even .
Though it’s perhaps not the easiest to get to – with the nearest station some 30 miles away – it’s a great pick for families looking for some peace and quiet away from heaving crowds.
The town is also big on being eco-friendly, and protecting its famous natural beauty – which is the highlight of any visit.
Those looking for a more relaxing experience can enjoy traversing the picturesque South West Coast Path and enjoy various pristine .
But those feeling more adventurous can also enjoy the low-impact water sports on offer, like kayaking and paddleboarding.
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Sandymouth beach is a particularly beautiful beach (Image: Getty)
Bude Sea Pool, an iconic tidal pool run by volunteers, ranks among the best attractions on , with one reviewer calling it as “so special”, and many complimenting the hard work of the team that maintain it.
In line with Bude’s emphasis on environmental responsibility, the town is also known for its farm-to-table cuisine, though there are also plenty of local cafes where you can pick up a traditional Cornish Cream Tea.
Among the beautiful areas in driving distance are Clovelly over the Devon border, as well as stunning Daymer Bay further down the Cornwall coast or Dartmoor if you choose to make your way inland.
Cornish Secrets recommends driving as the best way to reach Bude, as it’s “only 21 miles from the main A30 via the B3254, or you can reach it by leaving the M5 at Junction 31 Exeter”, the website says.
Alternatively there are National Express coaches to Exeter Bus Station from which you can get buses to the town. You can also get the into Exeter St David’s, followed by connecting bus and services.