Tolcarne Beach is a beach situated in Newquay, Cornwall, UK, renowned for its striking colors and clear waters. Though parking can be difficult and costly, the beach offers exceptional water quality, a surfing school, and pleasant dining options.
The surfing school is particularly suited for beginners due to its protected location. Tolcarne Beach boasts the cleanest surroundings in Newquay, with rules in place to limit littering.
The water is ideal for both surfing and swimming, and at low tide, the beach joins with three others to form a mile-long stretch of sand. The beach can be accessed by a steep set of steps carved into the cliff.
On-site amenities include restrooms, a lifeguard, and various dining options.
Tolcarne Beach amenities include toilet.
Best bars near Tolcarne Beach 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 Tolcarne Beach include Butchers Bistro, IncaMar Pizzeria, The Fish Bar Newquay, Kahuna, Cornish Chef On The Go, Smoke N Flames, Bush Pepper, Newquay Food Cartel and Verbena Restaurant.
Visitor reviews highlight that visitors enjoy the clean, family-friendly atmosphere of the beach, as well as the beautiful views, rock pools, and caves. However, visitors complain about the lack of soap in the toilets and confusion about whether or not dogs are allowed on the beach. Some visitors also note that the beach can be difficult to access due to steep slopes and a lack of parking options.
Most visitors to Tolcarne Beach in Newquay prefer staying in the nearby town center, which offers a variety of accommodations within walking distance of the beach. The area is popular not only for the beach itself but also for its vibrant atmosphere and dining options.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 50.4172453 / Longitude: -5.0734094
Tolcarne Beach is located in Newquay. The following map of Tolcarne Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 11.9°C/15°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 12.1°C |
| Sea Temperature | 14.6 °C |
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| Wave Height | 2.1 m |
| Rain Chance | 100% |
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| Rainfall | 6.7 mm |
| Rain Duration | 12 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 05:09/21:28 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 12.0 hrs |
| UV Index | 5.7 |
| Cloud Cover | 70% |
| Speed | 23.8 km/h |
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| Gusts | 44.6 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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