parks, Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen restaurant and the Extreme Academy. There’s no shortage of things to do here on one of the most spectacular expanses of beach in the whole of Cornwall. This is one of the best beaches in the county for children & parents, with a beach cafe for an after-surf coffee, lunch or a pot of tea whilst you watch the kids having a good time.
Watergate Bay is a great beach for a walk at low tide and dogs are allowed all year round. Like most beaches in Cornwall, it’s on the South West Coast Path and there are good walks in both directions - North to Mawgan Porth, Bedruthan Steps and Constantine and South to Newquay. There’s a good sized car park right above the beach and toilets and overflow parking in a field just opposite.
There are better-known and busier beaches in Cornwall, but few can match the raw beauty of Mawgan Porth. Shielded on both sides by cliffs, it has acres of soft white sand, rock pools, caves and magical sunsets. The surf is ideal for beginners, and there is a school on the beach. This beach is just 5 miles to the north of Newquay and an hour from St Ives, which makes it ideal for those who want a quieter life. Foodies will be spoilt for choice from the laid back feel of the Fire Bistro to the traditional pub experience of Merry Moor Inn. During the summer, the takeaway chip shop and Riviera Cafe serve hot drinks, snacks and ice creams to enjoy on the beach. Moreover these beaches to the north of Newquay welcome dogs so there is not the usual restriction found on most of Cornwall’s beaches during the summer.
acts. Newquay’s nightclubs are renowned, often playing host to Radio 1 and other top DJs. If the view is all important, then Newquay won’t disappoint, with some stunning cliff-top bars and cafes. Real ale fans are not left behind with a number of establishments serving Cornish and small brewery beers.
When the crowds are gone Newquay makes for a great short break destination in the quieter months, a chance to chill out, recharge the batteries; check out the local farmer’s markets or winter festivals.
Imagine an exhilarating cliff
top walk on a crisp winter’s morning, the sea foaming and seething below, huge surf pounding the dramatic coastline. After you’ve blown the cobwebs away, why not head for one of Newquay’s many cafes or restaurants for a warming drink and a bite to eat? Or check out the Lane Theatre, Newquay’s renowned playhouse for an evening production. Many accommodation providers offer fantastic packages at this time of year, try the Hotel Victoria.
For the walking fraternity the coastal footpath is a perfect way to enjoy the scenery and wildlife of this breathtaking and diverse coastline. It enables you to go at your own pace stopping off for refreshments, a swim or just to savour the view. The town footpaths are ideal for those wishing to explore Newquay’s history and architecture, or follow the Hetty or the Ada Trails; a booklet is available from the Tourist Information Centre that explains these trails. Learn more about Newquay’s pilchard industry, the Headland riots or the Bronze Age remains on the Barrowfields. Take in views that encompass the Gannel estuary, Fistral Beach, Pentire Headland, Towan Head and the north Cornwall coast.
Watergate Bay is one of the best known beaches in North Cornwall. Home to some fantastic hotels, holiday
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Next along is Bedruthan Beach. Accessible via a steep, cliff staircase, Bedruthan is no good for bathing. However, views from the cliff top are outstanding and should be high on the list of anyone making a visit to Newquay. This National Trust property also offers a network of footpaths and excellent if uneven walking.
Travelling north along the coast road up to Trevose Head there are secluded inlets with small hidden bays & beaches, fabulous walking trails along the cliff tops, and many small Cornish villages to enjoy. Booby’s Bay and its adjoining Constantine Bay lie just to the south of Trevose Head. The large beach here has quite fine golden sand but flat rocky outcrops make swimming quite dangerous. There are rock pools to interest the younger visitor. Surfing is possible here but is best left to the experts. There is quite good cliff walking north past the collapsed sea cave known as Round Hole to the lighthouse on Trevose Head. More seasoned walkers may wish to round the point on the coast path to visit beaches at Mother Ivey’s Bay and Harlyn Bay. Facilities are to be found at Constantine Bay and Treyarnon, a short walk south.
The surrounding area, like much of the Cornish coast is prone to mists rising from the sea, which dim even the brightest of lights. Trevose Lighthouse was automated in 1995. There are sandy beaches at either side of the headland, the area is very popular with surfers and boasts the Trevose golf course. The coastal footpath leading down to Fox Cove, although difficult to
negotiate in places, makes a delightful walk.
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