Beaches

Newquay offers over 10 beaches to provide something for everyone. The most westerly beach Holywell Bay boasts large dunes for children to play in, Crantock beach is great for families and at low tide you can stroll along the Gannel estuary into Newquay.

Fistral Beach is known as the surfing mecca and regularly attracts large crowds of surfers. Newquay Harbour is a small but hidden beach where you can watch the fisherman bringing in their catch or the gig-rowers heaving their boats over the breakers to the open seas.

Protected from the winds and waves, Towan beach is another family favourite. At low tide you can walk along the golden sands to neighbouring beaches; Great Western and Tolcarne. At high-tide the beaches are cut-off from each other by the cliffs but can be accessed from cliff path.

Lusty Glaze is a privately owned cove with beautiful sands sheltered by dramatic cliffs. Just a short walk from the Riviera, Porth beach offers a large family-friendly beach with numerous beachside amenities.

Watergate Bay and Bedruthan Steps are located further along the coast but accessible via the coastal road.

So whether you are after activity, a place to unwind, build sandcastles or just stroll along with the sand beneath your toes you will find your ideal beach in Newquay.

From May to late October lifeguards patrol most of the beaches including Crantock, Fistral, Towan, Great Western, Tolcarne, Lusty Glaze, Porth and Watergate Bay. Take notice of the safety signs and be aware of strong rip currents. Always swim between the red and yellow flags and if you're learning to surf stay between the black and white flags.