Newquay's Beaches
PORTH BEACH
The sands are clean,golden and flat with car parking available on the beach if you get there early,additional parking nearby.The most interesting features of this area are the famous caves and blowing hole at Trevelgue Head or Porth Island, that can be explored at low water,many of which were once used for smuggling.Bathing is good and safe and there is plenty of room on the sands for games at low tide,except at the height of the season,when the beach becomes very crowded.Level access and ample parking.
LUSTY GLAZE BEACH
Although the smallest of the main beaches it is sheltered by surrounding high cliffs and can be reached either by walking along the sands northwards from the town centre at low tide, or from a path on the cliff top, from which steps lead to the sands.
TOLCARNE SANDS
Directly below Narrowcliff Promenade, the situation of this bay makes it ideal for surfing as well as just lazing in the sun - its sheltered position is marvelous for sunbathers seeking a good tan.
GREAT WESTERN BEACH
Reached by walking along the sands at low tide to the right of The Island and Borthwicks Rocks, which form its westerly extremity, or a path alongside the Great Western Hotel; it is sheltered from both east and west winds.Most sunbathers prefer the headland of Tolcarne Point which escapes the shadow of the cliffs in the late afternoon.
FISTRAL BEACH
The largest beach in Newquay,faces west and thus captures the sun all day,however,there is a strong current here and care should be taken when bathing.Due to its location fine Atlantic waves make this one of the best surfing beaches in Cornwall.
TOWAN BEACH
Because of its close proximity to the town,this beach is the most popular.The Island which is linked to the mainland by a suspension bridge,is an obvious attraction to many visitors whilst to the west the harbour provides considerable interest.The fine sand and good bathing is ideal for families.