The Atlantic Trail Cycle Route

The 'Atlantic Trail' name is based on Bude's history as the western terminus of the Atlantic Coast Express train that ran from London's Waterloo station in the 1900s.

Indeed, part of the main off-road cycleway linking Bude into the National Cycle Network runs along the trackline of that railway and over the old railway bridge across the river.

National Cycle Network route 3 links Bude southwards to Cornwall's renown 'Camel Trail', passing through wonderful coastal and moorland scenery on quiet country roads and lanes. It also links Bude northwards to Devon's 'Tarka Trail' via minor roads through picturesque Ruby Country landscape.

Bude is also on the route for many cyclists taking the scenic route for the 'End-to-End' (Lands End to John o'Groats - or vice versa). For the less intrepid, there are a multitude of quiet country lane circular rides to be enjoyed from Bude and there are off-road cycle tracks either existing or being developed - for example at Stowe Woods, Cookworthy Forest and Tamar Lakes.

As an established holiday location, Bude has a huge infastructure of visitor accommodation and attractions - including the historic Bude Canal, the South West Coast Path and, of course, its beautiful beaches. Those who bring their bikes to Bude will be well looked after and will find plenty of beauty and interest to cycle to.

The website is being developed to promote all the cycling opportunities in the 'Atlantic Trail' area and will provide maps and route details, information on cycleway developments, plus links to information on accommodation and the range of services that cyclists (and their families) visiting the area might require.