The most popular Cornish seaside resort is Newquay  which was once a flourishing fishing port until the shoals of pilchards gradually disappeared from the coastal waters. Nowadays the harbour, is filled with pleasure boats, and there is a magnificent stretch of beach, with lofty cliffs and fascinating caves beyond. Newquay is also one of England’s most important surfing centers. Newquay is probably the most popular family holiday resort in Cornwall, yet less than a century ago it was only a small pilchard fishing village.

 

 

 

Newquay beaches

 

Newquay has everything for the holiday maker, beaches, excellent surfing,  gardens, fishing, and cliff walks.

Towans beach is the sheltered end of a mile long stretch of fine, flat, firm sand ( practical for wheel chair users ) with plenty of space at low tide. Cliff walks close by. All the amenities of a large resort are available as it is very close to the town.

Fistral beach is a wide expanse of flat firm wet sand just outside Newquay.  This is a very popular surfing beach and has a life guard in season. Snack and ice creams and hire of beach goods and surf boards is available on the beach. One must walk 10 minutes to find a pub. 

Dogs are welcome on Fistral beach all year.

Local towns and villages to visit..

Bedruthern Steps

Newquay

Padstow

Perranporth

Pentire

Port Isaac

St.Agnes

Wadebridge

Angling

Sea Fishing in Newquay from the Camel Estuary and beach at Perranporth. Shark fishing can be arranged from Newquay.

Sailing

Sailing on the Camel Estuary. Harbour authorities should be consulted about off shore sailing.

Surfing

Newquay is the main centre. Surf-boards can be hired on all the main beaches. Championships are often held at Newquay.

Attractions

MAP

Newquay Caravan and Camping sites

Property For Sale in Newquay