Newquay, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Watergate Bay

Watergate Bay Golden Beach is a beach located in Cornwall, UK that has been awarded Blue Flag status. The beach is suitable for activities such as walking, sports, and sports competitions. Watergate Bay provides facilities for both active and relaxed recreation, including a sports academy and equipment rentals. The recommended time to visit is in late June. Tourists can also visit nearby attractions, such as St Michaels Mountain, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, and Tintagel Castle. Watergate Bay can be reached via a 15-minute walk from Newquay or a 1.5-hour train journey from London. The large open sandy beach is favored by surfers and kite-surfers. It offers several dining options, making it an ideal location for spending the day with family and friends. Additionally, dogs are permitted on the beach and parking is available. In summary, Watergate Bay Golden Beach is a stunning destination that caters to a variety of interests. Whether you're an avid surfer or just looking to relax and enjoy the scenery, this beach is highly recommended.

What to do at Watergate Bay?

Bars

Best bars near Watergate Bay include The Beach Hut, Pizza, ice cream and bar at the beach, Wax Watergate Bay and Zacry's Restaurant.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Watergate Bay include Zacry's Restaurant, The Beach Hut, Emily Scott Food, The Living Space and Wax Watergate Bay.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach is perfect for families and surfers with large expanses of sand, easy accessibility, disabled-friendly facilities, clean public toilets, dining options, and shops with surfing gear. However, some visitors complain that the beach is dog-friendly and can get crowded.

Where is Watergate Bay?

Latitude: 50.4443158 / Longitude: -5.0429783

Watergate Bay is located in Newquay. The following map of Watergate Bay shows the exact location.

Where to Stay near Watergate Bay?

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