Holiday rentals and lettings in Widemouth Bay

Widemouth Bay is surrounded by natural beauty and legend. There are stories of King Arthur’s Camelot, smuggler’s caves and interesting landscapes to explore. The lovely beaches offer a peaceful getaway or a chance to learn surfing skills. Neighbouring villages reflecting the Mediaeval period or wildlife sanctuaries with rare species. Whatever your reasons for travelling, you are bound to find something of interest here. This bay area emanates the flavours and times of days gone by, yet keeps up with the modern leisurely lifestyle. Take a trip and capture some awesome photos for your collection.

Widemouth Bay rentals have many options ranging from luxury modern, to budget friendly rentals. Have a place all to yourselves in a detached beach property, or choose a quaint letting with gardens. Most of these listings feature a full kitchen, living room, and proximity to the beach. Some of these rentals include pool and sauna access or highlight contemporary décor. Prepare a picnic for the day in your private kitchen. Catch up on your favourite programs on TV. You and your group, or plus one, will definitely find the right rental.

Widemouth Bay is a haven for outdoor fun. St. Eval Kart Racing Circuit is known on the North Cornwall Coast as the largest go-kart venue featuring several tracks that will accommodate your whole family, right down to the youngest. Or you can be a spectator and watch the races. Times and booking requirements are posted on the website. Another exciting venue in Widemouth Bay’s backyard is Sphere-Bude. They feature the newly trending wild ride of Zorbing. This fast-paced thrill ride entails climbing inside a Zorb and rolling wildly down a well-groomed hill for an adrenaline pumping experience to write home about.

Widemouth Bay alone boasts over 50 diverse beaches along its coastline and neighbouring North Cornwall has over 300! Here are some recommendations rated according to popular beach activities. Summerleaze offers beach lovers the best of both worlds. It’s the surfer’s delight for strong Atlantic waves, while the cliffs shield the wind making it perfect for sunbathers and castle sculptors. There are plenty of shops and eateries nearby to keep you energised too. The Bude Sea Pool offers a wide beach ideal for swimming with tidal pools for capturing numerous marine animals.

Widemouth Bay has a plethora of fascinating history, from the Romans through the Cornish heritage and World Wars. At low tide remnants of the SS Belem are visible from Menachurch Point, dating to 1917. More historical points of interest are in the numerous inlets along the coastal bay. This area was used for smuggling during the 1700s and some remnants can still be explored along Smuggler’s Cove and Smuggler’s Lane in Devon. The area around Tintagel off the South West Coast Path is steeped in history dating to the Roman Era including a castle, epic Arthurian legends, and awesome seascapes.

Widemouth Bay was a cultural centre due to its strategic location along the southwest of England’s coast. It’s known for its mining heritage and pasties. The pasties were a delicious pastry pie that was the perfect snack food for miners, dating to the 1400’s and still popular today. Our Lady and St. Anne’s is a tiny church with a lovely garden built in 1929 that served the village and as a priest’s summer retreat for writing sermons. The Bay View boasts a cultural hub for artists and art lovers alike. Their Offshore Arts Restaurant and Gallery serves fine cuisine with an onsite artisan shop.

Replete with live shows and delicious local eats all in one locale, Camel Creek Adventure Park also boasts roller coaster thrill rides and a new 5D theatre where you’ll feel immersed in drama. There are loads of animals, outdoor activities and indoor activities to keep your family wonderfully entertained.

The land of King Arthur in North Cornwall is an encounter with Medieval legend. This is the acclaimed site of Camelot, King Arthur’s Castle. Look for Arthur’s profile on the cliff of Castle Island. Then climb down to Castle cove where Merlin’s cave is visible at low tide and discover the smuggler’s hiding place. This venue offers great photo ops and a magical experience.

St Nonna's Cathedral of the Moors is sitting on the hillside of a picturesque village brimming with flowers and gardens surrounding the iconic church tower. The cathedral’s furniture and architecture offer a delightful historical adventure to the craftsman and artist alike. It is a cultural statement of anthropological interest dating to the 1500’s.

Hawker’s Hut is a fascinating shed built from shipwreck timber into a hillside along the Hartland Cornwall Heritage Coast. Robert Hawker was a poet that entertained both Alfred Lord Tennyson and Charles Kingsley at this unusual hovel in the year 1848. It is surprising that the hut still stands but the views are extraordinarily inspiring.

Trethorne Leisure Park features an animal barn for meeting local animals. If it rains, no worries! There’s a spacious indoor arena with soft ball cannons, slides, rope bridges, tunnels, and more! Outdoors has crazy golf, aerial glides, and dino karts for an action-packed outing. There’s also a restaurant and bar onsite to re-energize.