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Tolcarne Beach is situated in Newquay Bay and is a sandy beach resort approximately 250 metres wide, backed by cliffs and the town of Newquay. The beach is formed by a large expanse of sand backed by cliffs in a crescent-shaped bay, making it a popular spot for surfers, swimmers, and families.
Tolcarne is one of four beaches that join up at low tide to create a mile of golden sand. It is located between Great Western and Lusty Glaze beaches and is sheltered on three sides by tall cliffs. At low tide, it is possible to walk across from Great Western beach, while at high tide, access is via a steep flight of steps cut into the cliff.
The beach offers a range of amenities and activities, including wide open spaces with soft golden sand, making it a popular seaside destination for families during the holiday season. The beach is also a great spot for surfing, with qualified life guards on duty in high season, and offers lessons and board rentals. Visitors can enjoy holiday accommodation with sea views, including self-catering apartments and hotels such as The Hotel Bristol.
The beach is located on the South West Coast Path, making it perfect for walkers and nature lovers. It is also just a 5-minute walk from Newquay town centre, with restaurants, shops, and amenities. However, there are some restrictions for dog owners, with dogs allowed on the beach from October until the end of March, and during holiday season, dogs are allowed on the beach before 9am and after 6pm.
Newquay Tolcarne Beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Bay Sand
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 29% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 16mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight | |
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| Chance of rain | 76% |
| Min temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 15°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
The tide at Newquay Tolcarne Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 3:06 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 9:04 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Litter bins
There is no car park but there is plenty of free roadside parking available.
Seasonal ban in place between 1st May and 30th September.
Beach cleaned daily.
Daily - 21st May - 25th September
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile northeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile southwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
less than a mile east-northeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
just over a mile west as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 3 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 4 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 4 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 6 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 8 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 8 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 9 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 9 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 9 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 10 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 11 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
Location: Newquay
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: SW818622
Coordinates: 50°25'10"N 5°4'22"W
Mapcode: GBR ZD.8NN4
What 3 Words: accented.locked.cluttered
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
Country: England
Local Authority: Cornwall
Parish: Newquay
Nearest postcode: TR7 2PG
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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