Towan Beach

Bring the whole family along to this glorious sandy beach, popular for swimming and engulfed in splendid coastal scenery.

It is the closest beach to Newquay’s lively centre, and you can even see the private island connected by a suspension bridge on the eastern side.

Image Credits: Vicki BurtonCC BY-SA 2.0; EllieCC BY-SA 2.0; Ed WebsterCC BY 2.0

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Location

Useful Information

Dog Friendly

Child Friendly

Wheelchair Accessible

  • Seasonal lifeguard cover
  • Sand chair available from Blue Reef Aquarium by phoning: 01637 878134
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  • CafĂ©/restaurant
  • Shop
Parking
  • Parking in Newquay, around a 10-minute walk down a steep hill

Activities

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Walking

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Sun Bathing

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Surfing

Weather & Tide

Newquay WEATHER

Local Tide Times

21 May 2025

Time Type Height
06:31 low 2.09m
12:31 high 5.1m
19:03 low 2.26m

22 May 2025

Time Type Height
01:06 high 5.48m
07:47 low 1.83m
13:43 high 5.35m
20:15 low 1.92m

23 May 2025

Time Type Height
02:12 high 5.8m
08:49 low 1.44m
14:46 high 5.75m
21:15 low 1.47m

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