Things to do..
Kilkhampton is an historic Cornish village, 4 miles from the popular Victorian seaside resort of Bude, one of Cornwall’s premier holiday locations.
With its old church, multiple village shops including a butcher, two village pubs, supermarket, plus Pizza and Chinese Takeaways if you don't fancy cooking! Kilkhampton is a lovely place to relax after a hard day exploring the stunning beaches and spectacular coastal scenery for which the area is famous. Sandymouth is the nearest beach, with a National Trust car park (free for members), RNLI lifeguard from the mid-May to the end of September and café open all year round.
Bude
Bude’s beaches attract surfers from all over the country and when conditions are right you’d be hard pushed to find a better surf. When the tide is out, miles of golden sand and hundreds of rock pools keep visitors occupied for hours. If shopping is more up your street, visit Bude town centre for restaurants, local artisans and shops to suit all.
Bude canal, a registered nature reserve, passes through the town and rowing a boat along its calm waters or walking the towpath among the beautiful (and friendly) water fowl that live among the reeds is a great way to spend an hour or two. Bude Canal also attracts cyclists taking advantage of its stunning cycle paths.
Within the area there are also 2 golf courses, an indoor swimming pool and leisure centre which includes a bowling alley.
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Tamar Lakes
Tamar Lakes Country park of Kilkampton, an activity centre offering a variety of watersports including sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and canoeing as well as fishing. The lake and it’s surrounding paths are perfect for a long walk, cycling or for a run. The Upper Lake is the host for Parkun every Saturday morning at 9am.
The Eden Project https://www.edenproject.com/
just under an hour away, for a full garden experince from the tropics to the Mediteraain a great day out , good cafe, has go ape on site, great walks around the gardens
Local Dining
There are many fine pubs to eat in or just grab a drink, here are our favourites:
Both pubs in the village serve food both just a 5 minute walk from the property. The New Inn The New Inn has a great food menu, lovely family atmosphere and pool table but does not accept dogs: www.newinncornwall.com. The London Inn does accept dogs on a lead.
The Old Smithy Inn, In Welcombe. Great food in a gorgeous part of the North Devon. http://www.theoldsmithyinn.co.uk/
The Bush Inn, It doesnt get more traditional than this pub. Very popular for food, best to call ahead and book if you want to eat. www.thebushinnmorwenstow.com/
The Bank , Bude https://www.thebankatbude.com/ for Tapas and Grills
The Farmers Arms For something a little more special https://woolsery.com/thecollective/the-farmers-arms/.
Crooklets Beach Cafe lovely food right on the beach! has live music at the weekends
Lifes a Beach Summerleaze Beach, for and drinks overlooking the beach
The Deck Summerleaze Beach, low key restaurant good for a steak!
Elements , Summerleaze, for pizza and pasta dining
Electric Bakery, just on the outskirts , near the Rugby club, great bakery
Pig at Harlyn Bay , Padstow, for something a little more special , book in advance
Bay View , Widmouth Bay ,
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