Beaches

Newquay has 11 beaches. The most popular include:

• Crantock Beach
• Fistral Beach
• Great Western Beach
• Mawgan Porth
• Porth Beach
• Tolcarne Beach
• Towan Beach

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• Blue Reef Aquarium
• Boscastle
• Carnewas & Bedruthan Steps
• Cornish Cyder Farm
• Eden Project
• Landhydrock House
• Lostwithiel

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• Newquay Zoo
• Padstow
• Tintagel
• Trelawney Garden Leisure
• Truro
• Tunnels through Time
• Wadebridge
• World In Miniature

Blue Reef Aquarium

The Blue Reef Aquarium is situated in the centre of Newquay town and offers visitors the opportunity to see sharks, seahorses, clown fishes, crabs and lobsters in addition to their giant tropical ocean display.

Regular talks and feeding displays makes this a unique experience for both adults and kids.

http://www.bluereefaquarium.com/newquay.htm

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Boscastle

Picturesque harbour and village on the North Cornish coast. This village contains an exciting witchcraft museum and various small independent shops selling “Cornish goodies” and handy crafts made by local craftsmen.

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/

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Carnewas & Bedruthan Steps

Dramatic coastline with views over massive rock stacks. This is one of the most popular destinations on the Cornish coast, because of the spectacular cliff top view of rocks stretching into the distance across the sweep of Bedruthan beach.

Close to the car park there is a National Trust shop and information Centre in addition to a tea-room and garden.

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/

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Cornish Cyder Farm

Located in the heart of the Cornish countryside amongst 16 acres of apple orchards lies the Cornish Cyder Farm.

The entrance is free and the farm is open all year round. Here you can taste locally produced cider, wine and jams in addition to get a guided tour of the museum to see how the products are produced.

The farm has a shop were you can buy their products, an ideal gift to bring home.

http://www.thecornishcyderfarm.co.uk/

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Eden Project

The mission statement of the project is "To promote the understanding and responsible management of the vital relationship between plants, people and resources leading to a sustainable future for all".

The Eden project takes you through the world, from tropical rainforest to the Mediterranean. In addition to a massive amount of plants you will also see various sculptures, performance shows, restaurant and snack point and a well-equipped gift shop.

http://www.edenproject.com/

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Landhydrock House

Magnificent late Victorian country house with extensive servants’ quarters, garden and wooden estate. One of the most fascinating and complete late 19th Century houses in England. The garden has a spectacular collection of magnolias, rhododendrons and camellias and offers fine colours right through autumn.

All this is set in a glorious estate of woods and parkland running down to the River Fowey, with an extensive network of footpaths.

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/

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Lostwithiel

Lostwithiel is known for having the loveliest inland scenery in Cornwall. The beautiful settings of the village make it a lovely day out. The village is great for those interested in antiques, but also offers good handy craft shops, such as ceramics and patchworks.

In the village you find Lostwithiel museum, situated in the old corn exchange building. In the museum you will find artefacts and pictures showing how life has been in the village during the last two centuries. Just one mile outside of the village you can find Restormel castle, and from there the view of the village is magnificent.

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Newquay Zoo

Set in lush sub-tropical gardens this is the home of many of the world's endangered species and has earned a reputation as one of the best wildlife parks in the country. Specialising in breeding many endangered species, Newquay Zoo is at the forefront of conservation, education and entertainment and will offer a special day out for all age groups.

http://www.newquayzoo.co.uk/

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Padstow

Padstow is situated in North Cornwall. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty with wonderful bays and beautiful golden beaches. The town itself has a colourful and ancient history. Old crooked streets slope down to the harbour where many fine medieval buildings can still be seen.

Today Padstow remains a working fishing port whose produce has been made famous by Rick Stein's television series and acclaimed Seafood Restaurant.

http://www.rickstein.com/

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Tintagel

Is a bustling village on the North Coast of Cornwall. Attractions in the village are King Arthur’s Hall and the Old Post Office in addition to various souvenir shops and a bakery, pasty shops and tearooms for those wanting a Cornish Cream Tea.

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Trelawney Garden Leisure

Trelawney is well known for its friendly atmosphere and good quality and variety of products. Trelawney Garden Leisure also has a superior restaurant and coffee shop and offers beautiful views of the lake and Camel Valley.

Trelawney is situated on the outskirts of Wadebridge.

http://www.trelawney.co.uk/

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Truro

The bustling Cathedral city of Truro is a city of all seasons, whether you are visiting in summer, autumn, winter or spring Truro has something to offer for everyone. Truro derives its name from the Cornish Tri-veru, meaning three rivers, and developed as a tin port between the Truro River and the rivers Kenwyn and Allen.

Today the city is the centre for tourism, commerce and administration in Cornwall and its past makes it a very special place to visit and a must when you are visiting Cornwall. In addition to the City Cathedral and a visit to The Royal Cornwall Museum Truro is great for those of you who like shopping. You will find all high street brands in addition to smaller independent retailers.

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Tunnels through Time

This museum shows you in a mix of facts and fiction the history of Cornwall and England. Walking through the museum you will meet famous characters from the past.

http://www.tunnelsthroughtime.co.uk

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Wadebridge

One of Cornwall’s best market towns with a variety of attractions to suit everyone’s desire, walking, shopping, arts and craft galleries and various cafés and tea rooms and of course Cornish pasty shops!

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World In Miniature

The World in Miniature is one of the most famous and well-established attractions in Cornwall. Here you can see the world's major landmarks recreated amongst 12 acres of stunningly beautiful summer gardens.

http://www.worldinminiature.co.uk/

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There are a great variety of places to eat in and around Newquay ranging from traditional pub cuisine to Indian, Thai, Chinese, etc.

The Maharajah Indian Restaurant
39 Cliff Rd, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 2NE
Tel: 01637 877377
http://www.maharajah-restaurant.co.uk/

Mexican Cantina
38 Cliff Rd, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 2ND
Tel: 01637 851700
http://www.mexican-cantina.co.uk/

Senor Dicks
39 East St, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 1EE
Tel: 01637 870350
http://www.senor-dicks.co.uk/

Indian Summer
20 East St, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 1BH
Tel: 01637 872964

Eastern Cuisine Restaurant
within Rumours Hotel, Henver Rd, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 3DJ
Tel: 01637 877299

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