Myself and my children (possibly partner) are moving down to Bude in August 2011 - Anything we should know about/ possibly haven't considered before we move?

Thanks

Wise Old Crow - Well I am hoping to practise Crystal Healing when I get down there, and my partner is a builder - so is there any crisis with regards to employment, I have done some research but it's hard to know what the situation is without speaking to locals. Also, anything about Bude that I should know that could have a detrimental effect on my children growing up there. I do know the area slightly, and again have done my groundwork and Bude seem's a fantastic place to raise (what will be ) an 11 yr old and a 9 yr old, but sometimes it's best to get a locals view. Thanks

Thanks Hooligween. I can't wait to get down there. Last time I was down there was a long weekend in october and I am pining for Bude like crazy. We all love watersports, which is part of the appeal. And as for the slower pace in Winter - Thats what I am after.

I just hope that our school applications are sucessful, and we don't have problems with employment down there, But I'm sure all will be fine and we look forward to be coming part of the community.

If you are moving to Bude please be aware of the - erm - poor infrastructure and transport situation. For example if you want to make a long trip up north the ONLY bus that will get you to Exeter in time for the long distance coach is the earliest X9. On February 3rd there was no heating on the early X9 bus and crossing the moors was cold, almost as bad as being on a motorbike. The long distance coach operator at Exeter (nameless because of libel laws) provided an old coach with no toilet and the passengers were warned that there would be no toilet facilities for two hours so to plagiarize the words of the song "GO NOW! The coach appeared to have a poor engine that ran very rough and didn't seem to be firing on all cylinders (possibly at least one of the injector pump plungers was defective) Apart from the gutless engine there appeared to be a prop shaft imbalance that caused further vibration at about 55 mph. On the M62 we were unable to keep up with the lorries on the uphill sections and this was with a coach that was only half full! By the time the coach reached Sunderland it was 45 minutes late and the weather had NOTHING to do with it. The local coaches in Sunderland have much more zip than the apology for a vehicle that I had to endure for 400 miles although I suspect that they cost the council a fortune. (the doors were emblazoned "Gold Standard" and they were extremely good). As to trains, these are superb if you can afford them but it costs £230 to ride the express from Penzance to Dundee! Shorter distances pro-rata. Finally I'd just like to mention that I don't want my money back for that rough trip. What I do want is for transport firms to employ SKILLED mechanics. Allegedly becoming a s rare as rocking horse poo these days!

@Steph, yes I agree, living in Tintagel is 10 times more inconvenient, what with no post office. I am now working in Bude, and love this place!

I relocated just over 3 years ago so know the task ahead you face. I have had a few people join my music classes this term who are new to the area and we'd love to welcome you aboard The Music Train once you're down and settled. We run Tuesday and Thursday mornings with a baby group, a toddler group and pre-school session on each of those days. Due to high demand you will need to book in advance for your free trial. Also from September I am launching new Saturday morning workshops for school age children so keep in touch. http://tinyurl.com/6zcvvss

Not a bad idea Penny. When I was down there last week I spoke to many residents who had moved to Bude from elsewhere.

Still fretting about lack of work that seems to be the case in Bude, but fingers crossed it will all come together. Do hope so as my children have places in the schools, and I will be moving even if I have to squat on Summerleaze Beach :)

No idea why it reposted. But the move fell through, but is on the cards for the near future :)

Hiya, unfortunately the move fell through at the last hurdle due to a local letting agent who shall remain nameless, unless you p.m me :)
Due to that factor I have had to post phone the move for now though I hope to get down there in the next couple of years.

What brings you to wanting to move down to Bude?

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If it's any help, I only moved down here in 2011, a bit 'now or never' in our case. Our children settled in very quickly, 1 at primary, 1 at secondary school and 1 in sixth form, although we had a last minute fracas when we realised there were some transfer of school forms we should have filled in and hadn't (check with your local education dept and Cornwall's educ dept) so despite being told of places available by the schools, it hadn't gone through due process. The head teacher at Budehaven was brilliant in helping us sort that out!
The only issues, really, are travel distances to get to other places, and maybe parking during the tourist season, but tourism is the town's life blood, so long may it continue! Local employment opportunities are also limited with Cornwall feeling the pinch as much as, or even more so, than some other areas during these austere times, as are post-18 education options. But then that is counter-balanced by the good things that you know about: the different pace of life, the sea, the walks, the generally safe feel and good ethos, etc, etc. Working as freelance community publisher for Bude People, I have also had the great fortune to meet lots of lovely and very interesting people in and around Bude (and there are many other incomers who exist reasonably well alongside the local people). Great place. I'd say 'go for it'!

We moved here last December 2011, no regrets, best thing we have ever done. Everyone is friendly and helpful. We walk our dog on summerleaze every morning and EVERYONE says hello. Our move took over 20 years, what with family commitments and exams etc. But now we are here and feel so priviledged. Don't give up on your dream.

Oh good, you'll catch the Jubilee celebrations, of which more next week!

Bude is beautiful, I relocated here five years ago and am sure I will now be here for the rest of my life

Glad u have settled in
M&J Builders are really good, realiable and local

Great news, hope the move goes well for you..........This will be me one day !

I go to London quite often, and it's really not that far. Shame we no longer have a train from Bude! Getting 'up north' takes a hell of a lot longer, and that's where I came from. Much better climate down here and lovely people with time for each other. You won't regret it!