Newquay

Newquay is known as a lively beach resort and funky surf centre crammed full of pubs, bars and clubs making it a great place for a lively night out. Newquay is 32 miles from St Ives and 252 miles from London and is the Surf Capital of the UK. It is one of the most popular Holiday destinations in Cornwall and boasts eleven natural sandy beaches to choose from for Surfing, Swimming or just building the occasional sand castle.

Newquay is an ideal base to explore many other attractions and places in Cornwall. Cornwall is positioned on the south west point of England and the UK and experiences a mild climate making it ideal for holidays and short breaks. Cornwall has great castles, ancient standing stones, and country houses, rich historical mining past and fascinating museums. There is the Tate at St. Ives and over 300 miles of spectacular coastal footpath with an enormous variety of cycling routes available.

North of Towan Beach stands the lookout for approaching pilchard shoals, a whitewashed 14th-century Huer's House that once directed netting operations for the town up to the early 20th century. Countless theme parks, pools and other attractions are available. The tourist information centre is located near the bus station in the centre of town. A modern, well-presented collection of Cornish and tropical sea-life can be found right on the main beach.