Things To Do In Newquay As a Family

We live just a few miles from Newquay, and it’s a lovely place to go on a seaside holiday with the family. Newquay always fascinated me as a child, because my favourite film was The Witches which was filmed there. Newquay is known for its surfing, in fact, the best beach for surfing is Fistral, where you will find around 750 metres of golden sandy beach. There are many things to do in Newquay as a family, and I’m sharing some of those here with you today.

Visiting Attractions

There are lots of attractions to visit in Newquay and historical places to visit in the surrounding areas. Last year we took a trip to Pirate’s Quest and went on a fantastic swashbuckling adventure there meeting real pirates! Newquay is home to a gorgeous aquarium and Cornwall’s largest Zoo.

The Lusty Glaze Adventure Centre is great fun. Adventure activities include abseiling, tightrope walking, a surf school, jet ski lessons and a fun banana boat ride. There is an onsite restaurant to grab a bite to eat and relax.

One place you mustn’t miss is the Lappa Valley Steam Railway. Riding through the woodlands is an experience. You can also play a round of crazy golf, walk the beautiful nature tails and use the outdoor and indoor play areas. Toddler maze included!

If you are looking to travel out of Newquay into the surrounding areas of Cornwall, you will find The Eden Project, Heligan Gardens, Camel Creek, and Flambards, to name just a few!

Beaches

If you are a beach lover and want to try surfing, there are numerous surf schools, surf hire and surf shops on the beaches and in around the town.

Beaches in Newquay to visit:

Some extra tips to help you plan your Newquay visit

Newquay is a fantastic place to visit in the UK. Explore some of the following tips to help you get even more from your visit:

• Pay attention to school holiday dates – prices for accommodation can be more expensive during these periods.
• If you’re from outside the UK, check if you need to apply for a UK ETA for travel. This will apply whether you’re travelling to England, Scotland, Northern Island or Wales.
• The weather in the UK is unpredictable – check the forecast in advance and plan your days accordingly, as you may want to try some indoor activities on rainy days.
• Allow plenty of time for your journeys – Newquay is a beautiful place, and you’ll want to take some time to explore different beauty spots along the way.

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