Exploring Widemouth Bay: Big Skies, Atlantic Surf, and Open Space Just a few miles south of Bude, Widemouth Bay offers one of North Cornwall’s most expansive coastal settings. True to its name, the bay opens wide to the Atlantic, with long stretches of sand, rolling surf, and uninterrupted views that make it feel bigger and quieter than many neighbouring beaches. It’s a place defined by space and simplicity—ideal for surfing, walking, and unhurried days by the sea. A Beach Built for Breathing Room Widemouth Bay is made up of two main sections—Black Rock to the north and the broader main beach to the south. At low tide, these areas connect to form a vast sweep of firm sand that seems to stretch for miles. Even in peak season, it rarely feels crowded. The beach is backed by low cliffs and grassy slopes rather than steep rock faces, which adds to the sense of openness. The result is a landscape that feels less enclosed than many Cornish coves, with wide horizons and constantly shifting li...