Fistral Beach is an esteemed beach situated in Cornwall, UK, that attracts both families and surfers. The beach offers a range of activities for different skill levels, with experienced surfers gravitating towards the waves, while novices and experts can participate in surfing schools.
Beach equipment shops and restaurants are readily available, alongside bars and restaurants on the beach. The beach is at its busiest during the summer months, with surfing events drawing in crowds. The Cribbar is one of the top locations for big wave surfing.
Amenities such as toilets, showers, and a lifeguard are present on the beach. Dogs are permitted on the beach, and there are multiple car parks available, subject to charges.
Fistral Beach amenities include parking, toilet and shower.
Best bars near Fistral Beach include Fistral Beach Bar, 12 Beach Rd, The Dead Famous, Offshore Lounge Bar & Lodge, Wavecrest Bar, The Pasty Bar and Central Inn.
Best restaurants near Fistral Beach include The Fistral Stable, The Fish House Fistral, Dune Restaurant, Cove Restaurant, Rick Stein, Fistral, Sixty Bistro, Bush Pepper, Newquay Food Cartel and The Harbour Fish and Grill Restaurant.
Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful and pristine sandy beach of Fistral Beach, with shallow waters that extend back a good 100 meters at low tide, making it a great place for families to enjoy. Visitors also appreciate the great views, free parking, and availability of snacks nearby. Some visitors complain about the crowds during peak season.
If you’re planning a trip to Fistral Beach, consider staying in Newquay, where numerous accommodations offer easy access to the beach and its vibrant surfing scene. Most visitors choose to stay in Newquay due to its proximity to Fistral Beach and the variety of dining and entertainment options available in the town.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 50.4164582 / Longitude: -5.1002023
Fistral Beach is located in Newquay. The following map of Fistral Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 11.7°C/14.7°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 12°C |
| Sea Temperature | 14.8 °C |
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| Wave Height | 2.1 m |
| Rain Chance | 100% |
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| Rainfall | 5.7 mm |
| Rain Duration | 15 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 05:09/21:28 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 9.3 hrs |
| UV Index | 5.55 |
| Cloud Cover | 77% |
| Speed | 24.8 km/h |
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| Gusts | 46.1 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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