Monday, April 13, 2015

Spring to the Beach – Newquay, United Kingdom

Newquay is a town, seaside resort and fishing port in Cornwall, England. It is situated on the North Atlantic coast of Cornwall approximately 20 miles west of Bodmin and 12 miles north of Truro. A lovely get away that is famous for the sandy beaches, blue sea and captivating coastlines. The beaches are truly the beating heart of Newquay.  Wherever you are in Newquay,  you are guaranteed not to be far from one of these stunning beaches, each of them offering a different beach experience, anything from family visits, surfing, boating, horseback riding and fishing.

Great Western 
 A popular family beach, just north of Towan beach, it is comprised of several coves offering some degree of seclusion. The beach is backed by high cliffs so the best time to visit this beach is at low tide when it joins with Towan and Lusty Glaze to create a vast expanse of golden sand. The beach is exposed to moderate Atlantic swells which can create surf – this beach is also ideal for novice surfers. Great Western Beach is 2 minutes walking from the town centre where there is also parking. Facilities include a café, public toilets and deckchairs. There are lifeguards from 21st May – 25th September.

Lusty Glaze Beach
 A popular sandy horseshoe shaped cove, surrounded by high cliffs with direct access to the sea on the outskirts of Newquay. This is a great family beach with fun activities for all ages and abilities and superb beach-side facilities. This beach ‘village’ is a first-class attraction with a lot going on. As well as the beautiful sandy cove to explore, there's a beach-side restaurant, a range of activities and the opportunity to experience fantastic live music and events both during the day and evening. The beach is surrounded on 3 sides by cliffs 150ft high creating the perfect setting for the only beach zip wire in Cornwall. At 750ft long and 120ft high, this aerial runway is one of Europe’s longest, highest and fastest. Lusty Glaze Beach is developing a reputation as a live music venue. The natural amphitheatre of this horseshoe shaped cove surrounded by high cliffs makes a truly remarkable concert venue. There is parking adjacent to the beach and toilets and showers and beach huts are available to hire. 

Towan Beach 
The most central of Newquay's beaches, It is sheltered by Towan Head and provides either small waves, ideal for novice surfers or calm waters for safe swimming. At high tide the beach gets covered and people retreat to the Promenade with its shops and cafes or to the grassy slopes on the clifftops. Towan is a popular and often very busy beach, right in the centre of town. Good size of sand and rock, popular with both surfers and families. The Blue Reef Aquarium right by the beach is a fascinating attraction for young and old. Use Town Centre parking which is a few minutes away from the beach, there are facilities including a café and public toilets. Lifeguard coverage runs from mid May to the end of September.

Tolcarne Beach 
Nestled in a beautiful crescent shaped bay set against a background of cliffs with caves to explore, this beach offers soft sand, easy swimming, surfing, exciting rock pools to investigate at low tide, sea fishing and the unique 'Tolcarne wedge' for boogie boarding. It is an ideal beach if you are looking for organised activities and plenty of amenities. Tolcarne offers lock up huts and beach tents with sunbathing platforms, surfboard rentals and a cafe. The surf school on the beach offers individual and group surf lessons for novice or intermediate surfer, is open all year with qualified BSA instructors with top quality equipment and suits. The beach is a short walk from the Town Centre. Lifeguard coverage is from mid May to September.

Let Rawhide Travel and Tours help you get there and if you want to stay in comfort rather than camping out we can help. Call us at (602) 843-5100 or visit our website: rawhidetravel.com.

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