Great Western Beach is a beach on the coast of Cornwall, UK. It was named after the Great Western Railway, and is a popular spot for families and beginner surfers due to its calm waters.
Additionally, it is a quieter beach in Newquay, and offers rock pools to explore and neighboring beaches to walk to at low tide. The high cliffs provide some protection from winds, but also cast a shadow in the afternoon.
Car parking is available at the railway station and nearby pay and display car parks, including Albany car park which is located 250m from the beach.
The beach is made of sand, which makes it ideal for building sandcastles and playing beach games. Overall, Great Western Beach is a great choice for those seeking a quieter, family-friendly beach experience in Newquay.
Best bars near Great Western include Feather Restaurant and Cocktail Bar, 12 Beach Rd, Great Western Beach Complex, The Dead Famous, The Boathouse - Street Food on the Beach, Basement Bar, On The Rocks and Walkabout.
Best restaurants near Great Western include Smoke N Flames, Butchers Bistro, The Fish Bar Newquay, IncaMar Pizzeria, Kahuna, Bush Pepper, Newquay Food Cartel and The Harbour Fish and Grill Restaurant.
Visitor reviews highlight the stunning views and clear, warm waters of the beach, as well as fun activities like exploring caves and surfing. However, some visitors complain about the steep hill that makes it difficult for disabled people to access the beach or for others to walk down. One review also mentions that the sand is not as golden as other nearby beaches.
If you’re planning a trip to Great Western Beach in Newquay, consider staying in the nearby town center where a variety of accommodations are within walking distance. Many visitors also choose to stay in neighboring towns like Porth or Crantock, combining their beach visit with exploring other attractions in the area.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 50.4158855 / Longitude: -5.0767233
Great Western is located in Newquay. The following map of Great Western shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 9.5°C/18.2°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 17.2°C |
| Sea Temperature | 11.9 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.8 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:06/20:30 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 11.9 hrs |
| UV Index | 4.4 |
| Cloud Cover | 42% |
| Speed | 17.6 km/h |
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| Gusts | 36.4 km/h |
| Direction | SE |
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