Enquiries & bookings: 01288 362234

The Weir, Bude

Everything you need to know

The Weir is a laid-back lakeside café, bar & bistro at Whalesborough, just outside Bude in North Cornwall, run by team Beach House. We’re open 7 days a week from 9am for breakfast, lunch, Sunday roasts, coffee & cake, with dinner & cocktails on Friday & Saturday nights. Here’s everything we get asked, all in one place.

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At a glance

Where
The Weir, Whalesborough, Marhamchurch, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 0JD
Open
7 days a week from 9am
Sun–Thurs 9am–4.30pm · Fri & Sat 9am–10pm
Breakfast
Every day, 9am–11.30am
Lunch
Mon–Sat, 12pm–3pm
Sunday carvery
Sundays, 12pm–4pm
Dinner
Fri & Sat, 6pm–8pm
Lounge bar
Sun–Thurs 12pm–4.30pm · Fri & Sat 12pm–10pm
Coffee & cake
Every day
Parking
Free, on site
Dogs
Welcome inside & out
Booking
Online, by phone or email. Groups of more than 12, please call
Phone
01288 362234
Run by
Team Beach House, from The Beach House, Widemouth Bay

Visiting & opening hours

Where are you?

Tucked away by the lake at Whalesborough, Marhamchurch, just outside Bude in North Cornwall: The Weir, Whalesborough, Marhamchurch, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 0JD. We’re a short drive off the A39. Get directions.

When are you open?

We’re open 7 days a week from 9am: Sunday to Thursday 9am–4.30pm, and Friday & Saturday 9am–10pm.

Are you open over Christmas and bank holidays?

Holiday hours can change, so check our socials or give us a call on 01288 362234 before you set off.

Is there parking?

Yes, there’s free parking on site.

Who runs The Weir?

Team Beach House! Thanks to wonderful Whalesborough Farm, the team behind The Beach House at Widemouth Bay is now at The Weir. Same faces, same good food & good times, new home by the lake.

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Food & menus

When do you serve breakfast and lunch?

Breakfast is 7 days a week, 9am–11.30am. Lunch is Monday to Saturday 12pm–3pm. Cream teas, cake & coffee are available every day.

Do you do a Sunday roast?

Yes, our Waterside Carvery runs every Sunday, 12pm–4pm, with small, regular or large plates. The roasts change regularly: think roast sirloin of Bude beef & two other locally sourced meats from Swannacott Manor Farm & Mr Wickett, all with stuffing, Yorkshire pudding, roasties, vegetables, gravy & sauces.

How much is the carvery?

On our current sample menu: small £14.95 (1 slice of meat), regular £19.95 (2 slices) and large £24.95 (3 slices). There’s a walnut & cranberry wellington for vegans, an all out veg feast, and kids’ alternatives too. See the sample carvery menu.

Are you open in the evenings?

Friday & Saturday evenings. Dinner is served 6pm–8pm, and the lounge bar is open midday–10pm for drinks & cocktails.

What’s on the evening menu?

Small plates, fresh fish & proper mains. Think fresh local fish & chips in beer batter, Sri Lankan monkfish & king prawn curry, pork belly with crackling, an 8oz sirloin steak and a vegan walnut & cranberry wellington. The menu changes with the seasons. See the sample evening menu.

Where does your food come from?

As close to home as we can get it. We support our local food (& booze) heroes, with produce from the surrounding countryside & coast: Bude beef from Swannacott Manor Farm, meat from Mr Wickett and Gerry’s ice-cream, to name a few.

Can I just pop in for coffee and cake?

Of course. Cream teas, cake & coffee are available every day, and there are more sweet treats on the cake counter.

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Dietary needs & allergies

Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?

Yes. On Sundays there’s a vegan roast and an all out veg feast from the carvery. The vegan roast changes regularly; examples include a walnut & cranberry wellington. In the evenings, examples include bang bang cauliflower (vegan & gluten free), a walnut & cranberry wellington (vegan) and a vegan sticky toffee pudding.

Can you cater for gluten free and other allergies?

Lots of our dishes are gluten free or dairy free, and some can be made that way on request. They’re marked on the menus (v vegetarian, ve vegan, df dairy free, gf gluten free). Please tell us about any allergies or dietary requirements when you order.

I have a serious allergy. What should I do?

Please tell us when you book and again when you order. If you’d like to check anything before you visit, call us on 01288 362234.

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Drinks & the lounge bar

Do you have a bar?

Yes, our lakeside lounge bar serves cocktails, beer & wine: Sunday to Thursday 12pm–4.30pm, and Friday & Saturday 12pm–10pm.

Can I come just for a drink?

Absolutely. No need to book: rock up to the lounge bar.

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Booking, groups & events

Do I need to book?

For dinner, booking a table is best. Just want a drink? Rock up to the lounge bar. For groups of more than 12, please call us on 01288 362234.

How do I book a table?

Book online on our website, call us on 01288 362234 or email info@theweir-bude.co.uk.

Do you do Christmas parties?

Yes! See What’s on for this year’s Christmas parties and festive events, or get in touch to talk about your group.

What events do you put on?

Live music, quizzes & parties by the lake, plus seasonal markets & community get-togethers, with lots more to come. See What’s on, and follow us on social media for the latest.

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Kids & dogs

Are children welcome?

Of course. There are kids’ menus with favourites like margherita pizza & salad, fish & chips & peas, and tomato & basil pasta in the evenings. And our new play park is launching very soon!

Are dogs welcome?

Yes, we’re dog friendly! Dogs are welcome inside & out, all day, including Friday & Saturday evenings. There are fresh water bowls and dog treats, and walks nearby around the lake.

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Getting in touch

How do I get in touch?

Call us on 01288 362234 or email info@theweir-bude.co.uk.

How do I hear about new events and menus?

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for new events, seasonal menus & Christmas parties. We have big plans & lots of developments to come!

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Still got a question?

Give us a call on 01288 362234 or drop us an email. See you by the lake!

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