Burn Park

The coastal path drops down through gorse and heather before you reach Burn Park, a small nature reserve just outside Bude that punches well above its weight. You get a proper mix here - woodland trails threading through oak and ash, a stream running through a small valley, and the kind of wild coastal scrub that feels genuinely untamed rather than manicured. The best bit is how quickly you're away from the road and into something that feels remote, even though Bude's just a short walk away.

Walkers will get the most from it. The trails are straightforward enough for families with older kids, though the terrain can be boggy and uneven in places, so decent boots matter. Most people spend between forty minutes and an hour here, wandering the various loops. If you're staying at Wooda Farm Holiday Park just down the road, this is an easy addition to a morning walk before heading to the beach.

The real appeal is the transition you get from inland woodland to that sudden reveal of coastal views once you clear the trees. Spring and early summer are best - the wildflowers make the whole place feel different. It's not a destination that'll keep you occupied all day, and it's not particularly dramatic, but it's exactly what you want if you're based near Bude and need to stretch your legs without heading for one of the main attractions. Free to access, naturally. No facilities on site, so come prepared.