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Sights & Activities
Newquay is a haven for outdoor activities, from abseiling, kitesurfing and sea kayaking to
the latest craze of coasteering, which combines clambering along the cliffs in a full-bodied
wetsuit prior to taking a plunge into the briny blue. Obviously, it's also famous for its
beaches, several of which are just a short walk from the town centre. Further afield, fam-
ily travellers will find lots of activities to entertain younger minds.
Beaches
There's no doubt about it - Newquay's all about the beaches.
The three big draws are the ones closest to town:
Great Western
,
Tolcarne
and
Towan
, all of
which get very busy in summer. Things are usually quieter out east at nearby
Lusty Glaze
and
Porth
, about a mile or so from the town centre. A little further on is the epic sweep of
