Best Farm Shops and Garden Centres Near Bude: Local Favourites
Whether you’re after homegrown produce, beautiful plants, or a cosy café with a view, the Bude area is bursting with excellent farm shops and garden centres. We asked the local community for their top recommendations—and they didn’t disappoint. Here’s a round-up of the best spots to visit in and around Bude, according to locals.
Top-Rated Farm Shops Recommended by Locals
Boscastle Farm Shop
- Delicious, locally sourced food (booking advised for dining)
- Friendly staff and clean facilities
- Spectacular sea views
Perfect for: A relaxed breakfast or lunch with a scenic stroll.
Strawberry Fields Farm Shop
- Wide selection of local produce
- Fresh bakery, butchery, and gifts
- Popular family-friendly events
Perfect for: Families or foodies looking for a true farm shop experience.
Cornish Coasts Farmshop & Café
- Just outside Bude on the A39 (south)
- Great café menu and local produce
- Gifts, alcohol, and helpful staff
Perfect for: A relaxed browse and hearty meal.
Little Pig Farm Shop & Café
- Just outside Bude on the A39 (north)
- Charming spot with lovely plants and baskets
- Peaceful countryside setting
Perfect for: Plant lovers and those seeking a rustic escape.
Blackberry Farm Shop
- Alpacas, pigs, ducks, goats, and more!
- Locally sourced food in a quiet setting
Perfect for: Animal lovers and countryside adventurers.
Top Garden Centres Recommended by Locals
Homeleigh Garden Centre
- Vast range of garden and home goods
- Pet, fish, and aquatics department
- Great café on-site
Perfect for: One-stop garden and home shopping.
Merry Harriers Garden Centre
- Large plant area and well-stocked nursery
- Delicious food in their restaurant
- The famous Gnome Reserve!
Perfect for: A fun and quirky day out for all ages.
Bodmin Nursery
- Excellent variety of homegrown plants
- Reasonable prices and cosy café
- Regular farmers’ markets
Perfect for: Serious gardeners and bargain hunters.
Honourable Mentions
- Trevathen Farmshop & Restaurant – Family-run with homemade meals, a play area, and a well-stocked farm shop.
- Iland Nursery – Traditional garden centre near Launceston known for its rare plants and knowledgeable staff.
- SeaView Farm Shop – Between Delabole and Port Isaac, offering stunning sea views, a farm shop, and a cosy café.
- Trevaskis Farm – Worth the drive for its award-winning farm shop, pick-your-own produce, and excellent country café.
- Kew Highway Farm Shop – Also known as St Kew Farm Shop & Café; friendly, with fresh local produce and great food.
- Sladesbridge Garden Centre (Trelawney) – A top-rated garden centre near Wadebridge with a restaurant, lake views, and children’s play area.
Whether you’re visiting or lucky enough to live in North Cornwall, you’re truly spoilt for choice when it comes to farm shops and garden centres around Bude. From coastal cafés with panoramic views to hidden gems selling rare succulents, there’s something for everyone—especially those who love great food, friendly service, and plants galore.
