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

February 23rd, 2026

Time	Type	Height
02:45	low	1.13m
08:48	high	6.44m
15:09	low	1.37m
21:06	high	6.05m

February 24th, 2026

Time	Type	Height
03:30	low	1.65m
09:37	high	5.91m
15:58	low	1.95m
22:00	high	5.57m

February 25th, 2026

Time	Type	Height
04:30	low	2.21m
10:43	high	5.37m
17:10	low	2.5m
23:20	high	5.16m

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Local Tide Times

February 23rd, 2026

February 24th, 2026

February 25th, 2026