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

March 16th, 2026

Time	Type	Height
03:25	high	5.79m
09:51	low	1.57m
15:47	high	5.84m
22:07	low	1.42m

March 17th, 2026

Time	Type	Height
04:03	high	6.31m
10:27	low	1m
16:22	high	6.33m
22:43	low	0.89m

March 18th, 2026

Time	Type	Height
04:38	high	6.75m
11:03	low	0.53m
16:56	high	6.73m
23:17	low	0.47m

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Parking

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Local Tide Times

March 16th, 2026

March 17th, 2026

March 18th, 2026