Newquay

Situated on Cornwall’s southwest coast, Newquay is very popular with tourists. The entire town is focused on the tourist industry, with plenty of hotels, restaurants, shops and water activities on offer. These attractions along with the beaches and laid back atmosphere help to make Newquay a fantastic place to visit.

The main attraction in Newquay is undoubtedly the sandy beaches. These bring in visitors from all over the UK and beyond. During the summer months, Newquay is packed with beach lovers, surfers and holiday makers. Fistral Beach is popular among surfers since it is one of the few beaches in Britain where they can ride the waves.

If you tire of the sun and sand, Newquay Zoo or The Blue Reef Aquarium are great days out for all of the family. Newquay also has a variety of excellent dining options ranging from seafood restaurants and international food to cafés and tearooms. There are also numerous pubs and bars throughout the town.

Trerice, an Elizabethan manor house with fine interiors and picturesque gardens, is worth visiting as is the Lapp Valley Steam Railway. This railway was opened in 1849 as a mineral line to East Wheal Rose. There is some fascinating interesting history behind it.

Daytrips are available for those with a car. Tintagel is also known as King Arthur Country. The 12^th century Tintagel Castle is the birthplace of many legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. DairyLand was built for family fun and entertainment and is enjoyed by visitors of all ages. At the Cornish Cider Farm you can learn the process cider making and taste a few samples.

Cornwall International Airport is a small regional airport situated about 8kms north of Newquay. It has several daily flights to London. Travellers can hire a car from the airport for ease of travelling. There is also a train station in the city. Alternatively, buses can connect you with much of the UK.