Located in the heart of Newquay, Towan Beach sits directly below the town center, offering convenient access to shops, restaurants, and nightlife. The beach's central location and good facilities make it popular with families, while consistent Atlantic swells attract surfers of all abilities. The iconic Towan Head with its distinctive island and suspension bridge creates a dramatic backdrop, while the beach's golden sand and clear waters provide classic Cornish seaside appeal within walking distance of all amenities.
Coconut Chy: A colourful and vibrant eatery serving up delicious vegan and vegetarian cuisine, including flavourful curries, salads and sandwiches.
Beet Box: A trendy and eco-friendly food truck offering mouth-watering plant-based burgers, wraps, and sides made from locally sourced ingredients.
Harbour Rest Cafe: This charming and quaint seaside cafe serves up classic British fare such as fish and chips and cream teas, along with stunning views of the harbour and surrounding coastline.
Newquay's main surf beach, and home to the Cribbar — one of England's only genuine big-wave breaks.
Named after the old Great Western Railway service that first brought holidaymakers to Newquay, and still the easiest beach to reach by train today.
At high tide, the waves here wedge off the cliff into one of the UK's best bodyboarding waves — bigger swell than its Newquay neighbours.
Two miles of open sand run by the Extreme Academy — surfing, kitesurfing and land-yachting lessons straight off the beach.
Reached by a seasonal rowing-boat ferry across the Gannel estuary — the only beach on this list you arrive at by boat.