Poughill, Bude, EX23 9EB

Poughill is a village in the civil parish of Bude‑Stratton, in the Cornwall district, in north‑east Cornwall, England. It is located one mile north of Bude. In 2015 it had an estimated population of 677. The village is home to St Olaf’s Church, a Church of England parish church that is a Grade I listed building. The church’s font dates to the 13th century, underscoring the long history of the settlement. The proximity to Bude places the village within reach of the coastal amenities and services of the larger town, while retaining a quieter, rural character typical of a small Cornish community. The population size suggests a close‑knit community with a sense of continuity and local identity.