Lat 50.4189° N, lon 5.0972° W●Surf beach in Newquay

Fistral Beach

Newquay’s famous Atlantic beach, known for surf, wide sand and changing sea conditions.

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Surf, sand and Atlantic conditions

Treat conditions as part of the visit

Fistral is Newquay’s best known surf beach, with broad sand, changing Atlantic conditions and a busy shoreline in the main season.

Plan around the sea, weather and the needs of your group. Beach access, lifeguard provision and water conditions should always be checked on the day.

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A practical starting plan

This is a flexible outline. Check current opening, access, weather and travel information before setting out.

Selected planFirst visitA balanced route with time for the landmark, its setting and nearby places.

Before travel5 min
Check the sea and weatherLook at the day’s forecast and any local safety information before choosing a beach plan.Conditions can change through the day.
On arrivalFlexible
Choose the right part of the beachSettle into a suitable area and agree meeting points before heading into the water or along the sand.Follow lifeguard and safety advice where provided.
LaterFlexible
Explore NewquayUse the map for nearby places, food and a practical route back from the coast.Leave time for tides and parking.

Visitor information checked againstVisit Cornwall Cornwall CouncilAlways recheck opening, access and coastal conditions.

The beach

The scale and exposure are part of Fistral’s appeal, but they also make conditions important.

In the water

Choose a suitable area, follow local safety guidance and never assume that conditions match a previous visit.

Newquay

Use the town as a base for food, facilities and nearby walks once you are finished on the beach.