Fistral Beach (Newquay)
Half a mile west of Newquay, Fistral Beach is considered to be the UK’s leading surfing beach. Commonly split into two halves, North Fistral and South Fistral, the beach is long, straight and sandy, backed by steep sand dunes and overlooked by the iconic Headland Hotel.
The Cribbar, a reef at the northern end, is widely considered to be Cornwall’s top big wave spot, with rideable waves reaching over 30 feet.
Type of beach
Sandy
Lifeguard service
Yes
Dogs friendly beach?
Dogs allowed
Dogs are allowed on the beach all year
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Activities
- Kite surfing
- Swimming/bathing
- Surfing
- Wind surfing
Facilities
- Cafe/restaurant
- Toilets
- Disabled facilities
- First aid point
- Shower
- Town centre nearby
- Shop
- Pub nearby
Nearest town
Postcode
TR7 1HY
OS grid ref.
SW 7989 6219
Parking
Numerous car parks. charges apply.
Water quality
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