Crantock Beach
Newquay, Cornwall
A sandy beach contained within east and west Pentire Headlands. It is backed by high dunes at the NE end and by steep cliffs at the SW end. There is a large expanse of mostly tide swept golden sand and the River Gannel enters the sea at the Northern edge.
Facilities
RestaurantFirst aid station
Toilets
Disabled toilets
Camp site
Caravan site
Activities
Swimming fishing snorkling surfing wind surfing canoeingThere is surf board/canoe hire at the beach
Nature and Wildlife
The Cornish Coastal path runs along the dunes connecting Newquay to west Pentire and the West.Parking
150 spaces. pay and displayWater Quality
AcceptableLifeguard
RNLICleaning and Litter
The beach is cleaned daily by the kiosk owner and periodically by the National Trust (in season). litter bins present.Dogs
Dogs are allowed all year round.Location
Nearest town: NewquayCounty: Cornwall
Latitude/Longitude: 50.4046, -5.11892
Postcode: TR8 5SA
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
Access is through Crantock Village. just south of Newquay. The car park rests behind the dunes.Public Transport
The nearest train station is Newquay. Bus routes 585 587Nearest Railway Stations
Newquay (Approx. 2 miles away)Quintrell Downs (Approx. 4 miles away)
St Columb Road (Approx. 8 miles away)
Truro (Approx. 10 miles away)
Tourist Information
Newquay Tourist Information Centre Marcus Hill Newquay TR7 1AF Tel: 01637 854020See the Environment Agency report for this beach