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Towan Beach is situated in Newquay Bay, approximately 300 metres wide, and is backed by cliffs and the town of Newquay. The beach is flanked by Newquay Harbour to the west and The Island to the east, which is connected to the mainland by a suspension footbridge. A grass amenity area overlooks the beach from the town side.
The beach is completely tide washed and becomes covered at high tide. At low tide, it combines with three other beaches in Newquay to provide a mile of golden sand. Towan Beach is ideal for swimming, and lifeguards are on duty during the holidays. Visitors can also explore the Blue Reef Aquarium, which is located on the beach.
There are various amenities and accommodation options available near the beach, including St Christophers Inn, a hostel with a sunny terrace, bar, restaurant, and surf school, and Hotel Sunnyside, which welcomes group bookings and offers easy access to Newquay's main shops, bars, and restaurants. Parking is also available close to the beach.
The beach is dog friendly all year round, and its central location makes it easily accessible. Visitors can enjoy the beach's picturesque views of the Atlantic coastline and iconic landmarks, such as the suspension bridge connecting Towan Island to the mainland.
Sand Shingle
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Min temperature | 14°C |
| feels like | 15°C |
| Wind 5mph |  |
| Tomorrow |
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| Chance of rain | 33% |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 9mph |  |
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The tide at Newquay Towan Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 2:15 AM tomorrow, and the next low tide will be at approximately 8:47 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Litter bins
Parking is in Newquay, with a ten minute walk to the beach down a hill.
Dogs are allowed.
Beach cleaned daily during the summer by contractor.
Daily - 30th April - 25th September
Easter Bank Holiday - 25th - 28th March
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile east as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile east-northeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile west 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, just over a mile by road.
just over a mile east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 3 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 3 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 4 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 12 miles by road.
around 8 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 13 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 13 miles by road.
around 10 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 10 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
Location: Newquay
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: SW809619
Coordinates: 50°24'58"N 5°5'4"W
Mapcode: GBR ZB.YZGR
What 3 Words: investor.owned.puffed
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 1EA
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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