NEWQUAY IN 2020 In 2019 Newquay maintains its position as one of Britain’s favourite seaside holiday destinations – Newquay

is currently the most searched for Cornish resort on Google. The town is famous for surfing, with Fistral as the UK’s premier surfing beach,

attracting the very best international surfers and homegrown talent. The town’s seven beaches all have a distinct identity so there’s

definitely something for everyone, whether it’s a traditional family beach or something more adrenaline-fuelled.

The town centre has a vibrant mix of high-street chains and independent retailers and Newquay has a flourishing reputation for fresh,

innovative cooking that uses the best local seafood caught in the harbour. As well as traditional fish and chips and Cornish cream teas (jam

first please), visitors can enjoy pan-Asian fusion food, vegan and gluten-free menus, as well as a whole host of beachside bars serving the

latest gins, craft beers and cocktails.

Newquay can be accessed by train or bus and there are several car parks in the town, with nearly all Cornwall Council-run car parks offering

free evening parking (4pm-9am) all year round and free winter parking from November to March. For information about all Newquay’s shops,

surf schools, accommodation, events, food and drink and a location-based map, download the LoveNQY app free.

Our thanks to Newquay Business Improvement District for supplying the images and assistance with this article.

HISTORY Newquay received its name in 1439 when the Bishop of Exeter gave permission for the folks of Towan Blystra to

build a new stone quay. However, the Bronze Age barrows (burial chambers) that can still be seen on the Barrowfields overlooking

the cliffs suggest a much longer history of settlement here.

In the 18th century the arrival of the great pilchard shoals made Newquay a key Cornish fishing port and the Huer’s Hut, used for

the lookout or Huer to call to the town with loud cries of “Heva! Heva!” when the fish were spotted, is probably Newquay’s most

iconic building. The town quickly became a central hub in the mining and agriculture industries, with the newly built harbour and

tramway transporting tin and china clay throughout the UK and enabling the town to become a popular railway resort. Combined

with Newquay’s spectacular coastline, mild climate and stunning beaches, the town swiftly became a major English tourism

centre, attracting visitors from all over the UK.

SPOTLIGHT on Newquay

Newquay Zoo

Fistral BeachHuer’s Hut

Surfing at sunset

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EATING & DRINKING

There are lots of great places to eat and drink in Newquay and some of our favourites are listed on page 43.

THINGS TO DO AND SEE

GO SURFING!

Newquay is the UK’s premier surf town and Fistral Beach is the country’s most famous surf beach. West

facing & sandy it consistently provides good surf for those wanting to catch a wave. There are other

good surfing beaches in the area and there is no difficulty in finding tuition and/or equipment hire.

BLUEREEF AQUARIUMTowan Promenade, Newquay TR7 1DUT: 01637 878134 W: www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk /Newquay

With 40 naturally-themed habitats Bluereef Aquarium takes you on a journey from the Cornish coasts

to largest oceans. There is an underwater tunnel running through the ocean tank which gives a

fantastic view of the residents including sharks and turtles.

NEWQUAY ZOOTrenance Gardens, Newquay TR7 2LZ (Sat nav: TR7 2NN)T: 01637 873342 W: www.newquayzoo.org.uk

There is lots to see and do during a visit to the zoo. Let the kids run wild and enjoy some family time

whilst you watch the penguins diving in and out of their pool, visit the creepy crawlies in the Tropical

House, watch the lions tuck into their lunch and learn about conservation.

PIRATE’S QUESTSt Michael’s Road, Newquay TR7 1RA T: 01637 873379 W: www.piratesquest.co.uk

Pirate’s Quest is an immersive walk-through experience which combines talented theatrical actors,

amazing special effects, and detailed 360⁰ sets in an authentic, atmospheric adventure.

A live Pirate Guide will lead you through realistic scenes on an hour-long journey into the history of

piracy. Explore the mystical caves and murky streets of eighteenth-century Cornwall and learn about

the real Caribbean Pirates!

TRENANCE GARDENS AND LEISURE PARK

Edgecumbe Avenue, Newquay TR7 2LZ

If you fancy a day away from the beach then Trenance Leisure Park is the perfect solution, with lots

of different activities and attractions there will be something for all the family to enjoy.

Playgrounds and parks are children’s favourite and here you will find numerous activities to keep

the little ones occupied. There are a couple of free play parks with swings and slides, an area for the

children to run around, Newquay Zoo, Heron Tennis Centre, miniature railway and crazy golf.

Trenance Gardens, as well as having a lovely tea room called Trenance Cottages, is somewhere to

relax amongst the beautiful trees and flowers. Next to Trenance Gardens is The Boating Lake where

you can hire a pedal boat and feed the ducks.

PENTIRE HEADLANDCar park at Pentire Avenue, Newquay TR7 1PF

Pentire Headland is at the far west of Newquay. It is not that big a headland but is a great place to

have a stroll with, or without, a four-legged friend. The views from the end are magnificent and it

is somewhere you can be alone with your thoughts. Lewinnick Lodge, on the Newquay side of the

headland, is a great place for a drink or meal.

Lewwinnick Lodge

Come and see the lions at Newquay Zoo