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Unlike the balmy and sheltered south coast of Cornwall, the north coast is rugged, rough and lashed by the Atlantic Ocean. This in turn makes Newquay Britain's top surf spot and the north coast's biggest resort.

Until the sixteenth century it was known as Towan Blystra but then a new quay was built to support the thriving pilchard fishing industry and the town acquired its later-day name. In 1876 a railway network was established, which put Newquay firmly on the tourist map and the town grew into a popular resort.

The area has some spectacular beaches, of which won the European Blue Flag award: Fistral beach plays host to national and international surf competitions. Watergate Bay and Tolcarne are other surfer favourites.

For those wanting something more restrained a visit to the quieter Crantock beach won't disappoint. It is accessible over the Gannel River and is in a glorious setting on dunes and grassland. Newquay is also famous for it's Bottlenose dolphins, which can be seen from the harbour wall. The town also offers regular wildlife spotting boat trips to view the dolphins plus seals and harbour porpoises.

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Surfside Hotel
Newquay
Surfside is a family run, beach front hotel offering stunning views over looking the World Famous surfing Beach Fistral.
The hotel is a...
From £25
36 Atlantic Reach
Atlantic Reach
36 Atlantic Reach is a modern, spacious holiday home in the holiday village of Atlantic Reach, 6 miles from Newquay.
Well furnished...
From £153
Milber Guest House
Newquay
'Milber' is a small and friendly, licensed guest house situated in the centre of Newquay.
Milber Guest House offers seven...
The Beach Apartment
Newquay
The Beach Apartment is a luxury 3 bedroom split level apartment arranged over 3 levels enjoying amazing elevated views of Fistral Beach. The...
Cornwall - Ref 1008
Atlantic Reach
The holiday village Atlantic Reach has everything an active holiday-maker could wish for, with swimming pools, a gym, tennis courts and a...
From £86

Activities

121 Surf Coach
Newquay
121 Surf Coach always ensure that you have the undivided attention of your instructor, in order to improve your surfing or learn from scratch. ...
Fish Newquay
Newquay
Mystique is a Lochin 33, a more than proven boat powered by a Volvo 430hp engine. The boats skipper is Wayne, a qualified and knowledgeable...
The Adventure Centre

The Adventure Centre at Lusty Glaze beach is an idyllic place for a day of fun and adventure. Nestled in a cove on the outskirts of Newquay, this...
Northshore Surf Safari
newquay
Surfing is one of the most incredible sports and lifestyles you can enjoy. There is no feeling so exhilarating as catching your first wave, or...
Newquay Boatmans Association
Newquay
Newquay Boatmens Association have the top 2 angling boats, the Mystique and the Che Sara Sara, both of which are MCA licensed and insured up to 60...

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Walkabout Inn
Newquay
The Walkabout Inn is an Australian bar located in the centre of Newquay.
The inn offers live music, a great atmosphere, awesome food, and...
Trenance Cottage Tea Rooms & Gardens
Newquay
Trenance Cottage Tea Rooms & Gardens is Newquay's secluded tea gardens and traditional tea room.
The Georgian cottage is full of...
Chy bar and Kitchen
Newquay
The Chy (pronounced "shy" - meaning home in Cornish) has set a new standard of quality and atmosphere in Newquay's thriving bar...
The Chy Bar & Kitchen
Newquay
The Chy Bar and Kitchen is ideally situated in Newquay and offers a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
The Chy have a varied menu serving...
Central Pub
Newquay
The central Inn is located in the heart of Newquay. It is a lively pub and the premier bar in the busy coastal resort.
The Central offers...