Where the Atlantic meets the everyday.
A slow, considered guide to the towns, restaurants, bars, shops, and independent makers of North Cornwall — written here by the sea in Bude.
What we've been writing about.
Coasteering in Cornwall: Thrilling Family Adventures by the Sea
A morning with Shoreline Activities. Wetsuits on and exploring the rugged coast of north Cornwall.
Why the North Coast is still the UK’s best surf
From Crooklets to Fistral — a season-by-season read on the breaks that make Cornwall worth the drive.
The rope-bracelet workshop by the sea
A family workshop in Bude, turning genuine climbing rope into something you'd wear anywhere.
Places we'd take friends.
Summerleaze Beach
The town beach. Large sandy stretch, one of the UK's last remaining sea pools, minutes from the town centre.
Boing Apparel
Handmade men's and women's rope bracelets, made to order. A family business in Bude,…
Big Blue Surf School
The go-to surf school at Summerleaze beach. Lessons for all levels, board hire, wetsuit…
North Coast Wine Lounge
Wines, cocktails and small plates in a stylish bar on the triangle.
Strong Adolfos
Roadside café at Hawksfield with Mexican-leaning brunch and a strong Cornish coffee game.