Efford Down Campsite
Efford Down Campsite, Vicarage Rd, Bude EX23 8LJ, UK
View on Google MapsBasic camping on the Cornish coast, a five minute walk from Bude and ten minutes from Summerleaze surfing beach.
About Efford Down Campsite
Efford Down Campsite sits just a five-minute walk from Bude and ten minutes from Summerleaze surfing beach, making it an easy base for exploring Cornwall's north coast. The site keeps things straightforward with basic facilities – showers, toilets and drinking water – and welcomes both dogs and campfires, which adds to the relaxed, unplugged atmosphere.
It's family-friendly without being overly developed, so don't expect Wi-Fi or full touring amenities. What you get instead is uncomplicated camping close to surf breaks and coastal paths, ideal if you're after simplicity and a bit of freedom to light a fire under the stars.
What's nearby
- The Brendon Arms 150m away
- The Falcon Hotel, Bude 150m away
- Bude Tourist Information Centre 250m away
- The Crescent Post Office 300m away
- Parkhouse Centre 350m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible entrance
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
Details via Google — worth confirming with the site before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
People say this campsite is exceptionally well-located, offering easy access to the beach, town center, and coastal paths. They also highlight the clean toilets, hot showers, and reasonable prices.
Some reviews mention the site can be sloped.
Summary via Google
Can I bring...?
Pitch types
- Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
- Electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch
Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout.
Lodges & pods
- Bell tent
Hook-up
Facilities
Takeaway & food delivery
Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.
Just Eat — 8 takeaways deliver to this postcode (EX23 8LN)
Mirchi
5.0 · Indian, Vegetarian
La Bocca Pizza Kitchen
5.0 · Pizza, Italian
Crooklets Inn
5.0 · British, American
The Coffee Pot
5.0 · Breakfast, Café
The Cornish Pie Company
5.0 · British, Street Food
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Sainsbury's, Bude on the doorstep
- Co-op, Bude on the doorstep
- Lidl, Bude under a mile
- Morrisons, Bude under a mile
- Tesco 16 miles
- Aldi, Bideford 18.5 miles
- Asda, Bideford 18.6 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Other hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- 2026-08-28T08
- 00:00Z
What visitors say
Gorgeously simple site, in a perfect location. 5 minutes walk into town and the beach. Showers and toilets really well maintained, and great hot showers! We surfed 3 days with the team too- really great sessions with my 8 year old son and excellent value! Would highly recommend. We had an amazing week here in Bude over the half term holiday! Would recommend and will come again!
· via Google
This site is well below average. The toilet block needs a good clean, there is no hot water to wash up. It is barely luke warm for a shower! The site has no grey waste, no elsan point and no facilities to separate your rubbish so thats recycling out the window too. It is priced way too high for it's poor facilities compared to one 8 minutes away up the road that was immaculate. Both were priced the same. It's location is right on the doorstep but, I'd rather walk up the hill for facilties that a site should offer for campervans that are considered standard. You found a field, threw some huts on it, popped some electric points in and 'bingo' cash in. Have a word with yourself 🤣
· via Google
Perfect for exploring Bude, but still feeling as if you are in the countryside! Good showers and clean loos. I jumped on the bus along to Widemouth and then walked back along the coastal path. Really spectacular views!
· via Google
Fairly basic campsite. Ideal for tents but no good for motorhomes. The owners have set the price too high compared to s similar site up the road. Also whats with all the over exaggerated Cornish theme? Noticed it on the site and also in the replies to other comments. Come across a bit childish!
· via Google
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