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Surf coast
Newquay is Cornwall's surf town, with Fistral and Towan beaches, a working harbour, an airport and the coast path on the doorstep.
A seaside resort on the north coast, built around surfing, beaches and a busy town centre.
Newquay is busiest in summer. Expect busy streets, and most beaches are a short walk from the centre.
Start on Towan or Fistral, then walk the harbour and the headland onto the coast path.
Verified first party walks and beach maps only. More local routes added when ready.
Around Newquay, useful local places include Crantock and St Columb Minor. Open Discover & connect for the parish list, or use the interactive map to see how they sit together.
Newquay also works as a base for days in Padstow, Truro and St Austell. Each has its own town page if you want to continue from here.
Use Cornish.co.uk to find places to stay, food and drink and things to do around Newquay. Open the interactive map for pins, including nearby beaches, or jump to Cornwall walks and local services. Discover & connect lists neighbouring towns and parishes.
