Newquay and its surrounding area are home to some of the most stunning, picturesque beaches in the UK, there is simply too many beaches to recommend you visiting, so we compiled our top 5 so you can take your pick!
1. Fistral beach Newquay
The famous fistral beach is a must visit for beach goers, a stunning near 1km wide picturesque sandy beached backed up by sand dunes supporting the outline of the huge luscious Newquay golf course. It is a perfect location to spend a day at the beach with toilets, food and drink, and Newquay town all located nearby. We also recommend taking a walk up to the Towan headland which overlooks Newquay’s famous big wave spot Cribbar. The spot rarely breaks and requires huge outer sea swells that attract masses of people to spectate surfers take it on.
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2. Holywell bay
Holywell bay is home to an unspoiled long stretch of golden sand, steep sand dunes, rock pools and hidden caves. It is up there with one of our favourite beaches in Cornwall, its also an ideal location to surf, bodyboard and paddleboard if the conditions are suitable. There is plenty of parking and the beach is roughly a 10-minute walk, but well worth it. With an ice cream truck parked on the beach most days of the year the kids will be happy to.
3. Crantock / The Gannel
Crantock is a slice of paradise nestled on the rugged coastlines of Cornwall. With its pristine golden sand stretching as far as the eye can see, it is not hard to see why Crantock has become a magnet for tourists and locals alike. Crantock is also home to where the Gannel estuary meets the sea, the Gannel is the perfect place on high tide to take a paddleboard out and explore the meandering beauty that separates the Pentire headland from Crantock.
4. Watergate bay
Nestled in the idyllic Cornwall countryside lies a hidden gem known as Watergate Bay. Not only is Watergate Bay home to a long stretch of luscious golden sand but it is also an ideal location to go for picturesque costal walks, enjoy spectacular food at many nearby restaurants and enjoy surfing, bodyboarding and frolicking in the clear waters. On low tide the beach is kilometres wide with dramatic scenery from high-rise cliffs and hidden caves, just do not get caught by the tide as it makes its way back in. Be sure to check the tides before you plan on walking far down the beach!
5. Towan beach
Towan sits nestled in the heart of Newquay only feet away from the town. Towan Beach is the most central of Newquay's beaches lying just below the Killacourt and Beach Road. This beach is sheltered by Towan Head and provides either small waves, ideal for novice surfers or calm waters for safe swimming. At high tide the beach gets covered and people retreat to the Promenade with its shops and cafes or to the grassy slopes on the clifftops - Killacourt and Eathen, or to the terraces in between. The Island, joined to the cliff by a graceful suspension bridge, was formerly the residence of the famous scientist Sir Oliver Lodge. At the foot of the Island are several little bathing pools for children. Towan is a popular and often very busy beach, right in the centre of town. Good size of sand and rock, popular with both surfers and families. Blue Reef Aquarium right by the beach is a fascinating attraction for young and old. Use Town Centre parking which is a few minutes away from the beach, there are facilities including a café and public toilets. Lifeguard cover runs from mid-May to the end of September and dogs are allowed all year round.
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