Helebridge Basin – Bude Canal loop from Marhamchurch

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Helebridge Basin – Bude Canal loop from Marhamchurch

Easy

5.0

(1)

runners

Helebridge Basin – Bude Canal loop from Marhamchurch

00:31

4.76km

50m

Running

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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913 m

Helebridge Basin

Highlight • Lake

2.04 km

Bude Canal Lock

Highlight • Structure

Bude Canal was dug to provide a means to transport sand from the sea inland. The sand is rich in lime and made a great fertiliser for the acidic farmland …

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2.23 km

Bude Canal

Highlight • Structure

Bude Canal was dug to provide a means to transport sand from the sea inland. The sand is rich in lime and made a great fertiliser for the acidic farmland …

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2.66 km

Bude Canal – National Cycle Network Route 3

Highlight • Cycleway

Part of the National Cycle Network, route 3. Wide, well sign posted route going out of Bude Town centre

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3.81 km

Hele Valley Trail

Highlight • Trail

Woodland valley with views across the countryside of Marhamchurch & Bude

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4.14 km

Helebridge Basin

Highlight • Historical Site

Just east of the A39 Atlantic HIghway is the Helebridge Basin. Regeneration work has been taking place here. The basin has been dredged and the canalside has been cleared so …

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4.76 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.77 km

744 m

735 m

513 m

Surfaces

2.93 km