Crackington Haven Beach

Crackington Haven Beach, Bude, Cornwall

Type: Beach

Meets Guideline Standards of the Marine Conservation Society 2010 for water quality.

Dominated by majestic cliffs of exceptional geological interest, Crackington Haven is a lovely cove with many rock pools and a stretch of golden sand when the tide is out. There is a large car park, pub, cafes, surf hire and toilets. Lifeguard cover is provided from 4th July until 6th September. Dogs are banned from Easter Day to 1st October (except guide dogs).

Surfing Info: Usually smaller (2ft) than Widemouth, so good on big days. Rights and lefts peeling into the rip. Waves can be steep at low tide (closeout) or spilling at mid tide, breaking on reef or sand.

Suitable for: Beginners through to experienced surfers.Dangers: Rocks left and right, experienced surfers can use river to enter water.Tides: Surfable at Mid tide only. Wind: E/SE offshore.

Contact Details

Woodford
Crackington Haven
Bude
Cornwall
EX23 9JG

Tel: +44 01288 354240

Ticket Information

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Free AdmissionFree

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Opening Times

Open All Year
01/01/2010 - 31/12/2020

Facilities

Attraction Facilities

  • Lifeguards (May - September)
  • Shop
  • Toilets

Provider Preferences

  • Film or TV location
  • In countryside

Accessibility

  • Easy access from main roads/good public transport links
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Parking & Transport

  • Car parking
  • Car Parks
  • Coach Parking
  • On Bus Route
  • On site parking
  • Parking (charge)

Catering

  • Beach side refreshment kiosk
  • Cafes/Licensed Family Restaurants/Refreshments
  • On-Site café/restaurant
  • Picnic Site
  • Restaurant

Establishment Features

  • Dogs Accepted - Off Season
  • Open all year

Specialist Features

  • Family Fun
  • Marketed towards children
  • Marketed towards families
  • Marketed towards senior citizens
  • Marketed towards student/youth