Great Western Beach

One of Cornwall’s bustling hubs of coastal activity, Great Western Beach is known for its excellent surf and is a hit with the families.

With such close proximity to Newquay itself, it’s the perfect spot to spend a sunny day with your loved ones.

Image Credits: Karen Bryan – CC BY-ND 2.0; Felipe Kos – CC BY 2.0; Anthony Parkes – CC BY-SA 2.0; Derek Harper – CC BY-SA 2.0

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Dog Friendly

Child Friendly

Wheelchair Accessible

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Lifeguard cover in summer
Popular with surfing beginners

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Toilets
Cafés
Deckchair and surfboard hire available

Parking either side of railway station

Weather & Tide

Newquay WEATHER

Local Tide Times

13 January 2026

Time	Type	Height
00:25	high	5.05m
06:55	low	2.93m
12:56	high	5.11m
19:37	low	2.86m

14 January 2026

Time	Type	Height
01:38	high	5.14m
08:08	low	2.83m
14:07	high	5.2m
20:42	low	2.66m

15 January 2026

Time	Type	Height
02:42	high	5.41m
09:09	low	2.53m
15:07	high	5.45m
21:34	low	2.34m

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Local Tide Times

13 January 2026

14 January 2026

15 January 2026