Little Fistral is a small, west-facing beach that can only be reached at low tide. A small, white “lookout” building can be found atop the Towan headland. From there, you can take in stunning coastal views of Newquay and beyond. Newquay is approximately 15 miles (in opposite directions) from both […]
During low tide, the Gannel Estuary is a tidal river that can be explored. On incoming tides, this silted estuary was utilized as a river channel to distribute coal, wood, and sand. The Gannel is on the link road that leads to Mount Wise after you leave Newquay. The Estuary, […]
On the north Cornwall coast, Holywell Bay Beach is a large, sandy beach that is about 6 miles west of Newquay. The mile-long beach welcomes dogs and has disabled access from the parking lot. Holywell Bay is a popular destination for swimmers and surfers due to its clear, safe waters. […]
Porth Joke is a place west of Newquay that cannot be reached by road. Between Kelsey Head and Pentire Point West, this sandy beach is in a pretty, small cove. The bustling Cornwall town of Newquay is just 5 miles away from this secret beach. The north-west-facing Porth Joke Beach […]
Crantock Surf Report and Forecast Crantock Beach is a beautiful stretch of golden beach on the estuary of the River Gannel. It has good surf and is suitable for surfers of all abilities. It is part of an extensive sandstretch that runs between the headlands of Pentire and West Pentire […]
The National Trust owns a portion of the north Cornwall coastline, which includes Bedruthan Steps beach. The dramatic views of the North Cornwall coast are provided by the scenery on the cliffs. From the cliffs, there are steep steps to the rocky Bedruthan beaches. Due to the dangerous tides and […]
Mawgan Porth Beach, located approximately six miles north of Newquay in Cornwall, is a popular surfing and family beach. It is roughly halfway between Watergate Bay and Bedruthan Steps beaches, in a picturesque, protected cove. Mawgan Porth is a large beach facing the west and north. There are a few […]
Tregurrian Beach, which is located in Watergate Bay and has two miles of golden sand, is three miles from Newquay’s downtown, which is a 15-minute drive or a 45-minute walk away. Watergate Bay is a popular family vacation spot due to its extensive sand dunes and close proximity to Newquay. […]
Newquay – Porth Surf Report and Forecast Between Lusty Glaze and Watergate Bay beaches, Porth is a west-facing beach with a view of Newquay Bay and the Headland. There is still enough of the exposed beach to enjoy even at high tide. Porth Beach is popular with people who have […]
Whipsiderry Beach is a small, peaceful beach that can only be visited during low tide; however, please be advised that you should return back up to Porth because high tide can cut off the stairs. It is secluded around the corner from Porth Beach. The long walk down steep steps […]
