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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  • Café/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

June 14th, 2026

Time Type Height
04:50 high 6.63m
11:20 low 0.89m
17:15 high 6.76m
23:46 low 0.76m

June 15th, 2026

Time Type Height
05:43 high 6.83m
12:09 low 0.71m
18:06 high 6.99m

June 16th, 2026

Time Type Height
00:37 low 0.56m
06:35 high 6.92m
12:58 low 0.64m
18:57 high 7.1m

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