South West England
Crantock Beach
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Crantock Beach

Access is through Crantock Village, just south of Newquay. The car park rests behind the dunes.Occasional buses run during high season. The nearest train station is Newquay.

Newquay Tourist Information Centre
Municipal Offices
Marcus Hill
Newquay
Tel: 01637 854020
Fax: 01637 854030
Contact via email

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Things to Do

Crantock Beach, Nr Newquay, Cornwall

Accommodation nearby

Crantock Bay Hotel
Spectacular sandy beach on our doorstep

Cornwall Coast Holidays
Luxurious accommodation in a superb location with stunning sea views

Trevornick Holiday Park
We provide all the ingredients for a fabulous holiday

Attractions nearby

Newquay Zoo
Experience the wildlife at Newquay Zoo.

DairyLand Farm World
So much for the family to enjoy...Rain or Shine

Carnewas & Bedruthan Steps
Dramatic coastline with views over massive rock stacks.


A wonderful sandy beach nestled within east and west Pentire Headlands

It is backed by high dunes at one end and by steep cliffs at the other. There is a large expanse of mostly tide swept golden sand and the River Gannel enters the sea at the northern edge.

What's on offer...

  • Surfing and / or Bodyboarding
  • Sandy
  • Rock Pools
  • Toilets
  • Cafe / Shop
  • Lifeguards (min Jul & Aug)
  • Dogs Allowed All Year (access may be restricted May to Sept)
  • Dogs Allowed Oct - Mar
  • Rocky
  • Dunes
  • Cliffs
  • Canoeing
  • Surfboard Hire
  • Disabled Visitor Facilities

Beach awards...


Contact Details
Crantock Beach
North Cornwall District Council
Nr Newquay
Cornwall
Tel: 01208 265812