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August 2023

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  Newquay Wild Activities - Guided Rockpool Rambles and Wild Life Walks 07-08-2023

  Discover something new about Newquay whether you are a local or on your holiday. Learn about our incredible coastline and the species that share…

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  Surfing in Newquay 02-08-2023

  This week's blog has been kindly written by our good friends over at 10 Over Surf Shop a Newquay-based online surf shop. 

  Surfing…

June 2023

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  First Bus announces industry-first consumer Electric Vehicle charging hub30-06-2023

  First Bus announces industry-first consumer Electric Vehicle charging hub at Summercourt, Cornwall

  First Bus becomes UK’s first bus…

October 2022

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  A Step Back in Time: History of Newquay25-10-2022

  This week's blog has been kindly written by Holly a freelance writer and self-confessed history buff. Holly loves writing about the amazing…

September 2022

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  Motion of the Ocean: Tips for Dealing With Travel Sickness07-09-2022

  Recent studies show that, in the UK, we spend on average over 8,084 hours of our lives commuting - that’s almost an entire year. Travelling…

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  Cornwall Locals Can Get Involved with Trevornick Fundraising Camping Weekend07-09-2022

  Trevornick Holiday Park at Holywell Bay is hosting its first ever Big Charity Weekend offering Cornwall locals a 2 night stay for £40 with a…

August 2022

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  Easy Ways to Meet Locals While Traveling in Newquay19-08-2022

  This article has been written by Alice, she's an editor in VeePN VPN company. Her passion is traveling around the world, she has visited more…

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  Seafood Restaurants to try in Newquay 18-08-2022

  This week’s blog has kindly been written by our good friend Alice, she's an editor in a VeePN company. She is passionate about everything…

June 2022

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  How to Spend the Perfect Summer’s Day in Crantock 28-06-2022

  This weeks blog has been kindly written by our great friends over at The Bowgie! Carry on reading to find out 'How to Spend the Perfect…

May 2022

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  How to Plan a Successful Newquay Vacation27-05-2022

  This weeks blog has been kindly written by Hannah over at VEED.IO 

  Photo by Alex Ovs on Unsplash

  No matter what time of year it is,…

April 2022

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  It’s official – Cornwall is the most Instagrammable AONB in the UK21-04-2022

  To help visitors plan the most memorable trips and well, because we love adventures too, BravoVoucher has researched all Areas of Outstanding Natural…

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  5 Fun and Unique Outdoor Activities in Newquay to Try With Your Family 20-04-2022

  Spring is here, and it’s the second busiest time of year for tourism in Newquay! Of course, it is Easter holidays, which always adds an…

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  Hendra Holiday Park 50th Year Anniversary! 02-04-2022

  Happy anniversary to us! This year, we’re proud to be celebrating 50 amazing years in the heart of Newquay. Back in 1972, Hendra farm was…

November 2021

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  The Bearded Brewery 25-11-2021

  The Bearded Brewery is an independent award-winning cider producer located in the beautiful countryside of St Mawgan near Newquay airport. The…

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  Top 5 Hot Chocolates14-11-2021

  Top 5 Places to get a Hot Chocolate 

  It is getting a little chilly out now and what better way to warm up than a delicious hot chocolate. To…

October 2021

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  Half Term Halloween Fun at Camel Creek28-10-2021

  We LOVE Halloween! Which meant we were super excited when our friends over at Camel Creek Adventure Park invited us to spend the day with them and…

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  New Soft Play Centre Transforms Lappa Valley21-10-2021

  A new purpose-built indoor soft play centre and café will open in time for the October half term school holidays as part of a significant…

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  Explore the North Cornish Coast - Newquay to Perranporth07-10-2021

  This week we have an exciting blog post written by our friends over at Duchy Holidays. They are a local company based in Perranporth, a…

September 2021

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  Degembris’ Top 5 Historic and Heritage Sites in Cornwall23-09-2021

  This week's guest blog has been written by our friends over at Degembris Farmhouse and Cottages. Steeped in history themselves, they wanted to…

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  Spaceport Cornwall 16-09-2021

  Whilst we all associate Newquay with sun, sea and sand you would be forgiven for never associating it with space. Yes, the ‘space’ of…

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  Welcome to September in Newquay 02-09-2021

  September… already?! And what a great summer we have had here in Newquay! Town has been busy with families and most accommodation providers…

August 2021

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  A Trip out to Sea with Newquay Sea Safaris & Fishing19-08-2021

  Last week we were lucky enough to be invited out on a magical Sea Safari to Seal Cove with Newquay Sea Safaris and Fishing! Keep reading to find out…

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  Newquay’s Biggest Venue to Host First show10-08-2021

  Newquay Orchard will be playing host to Miracle Theatre’s Starcrazy, taking centre stage on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th August - with a…

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  New Watersports Activity Alert!05-08-2021

  Our good friends over at Retallack Resort and Spa have something exciting to share...

  There’s now even more fun to be had at Retallack…

July 2021

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  A Summer of Fun at Flambards!29-07-2021

  Flambards Theme Park has unveiled an exciting line-up of August evening events with live music from local artists, after-dark rides, and their…

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  Ten Games to Keep the Family Occupied whilst Camping! 15-07-2021

  Here at Visit Newquay we LOVE camping but what do you do to keep the whole family entertained? Easy, switch off all the technology and make the most…

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  Boardmasters Latest Line Up! 06-07-2021

  Boardmasters second wave with 80+ acts announced more for 2021 including Dizzee Rascal & Easy Life

  PLUS -  

  GOAT GIRL | KAWALA |…

June 2021

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  Top 5 - Pizza 'Al Fresco'20-06-2021

  Enjoy summer evenings dining 'Al Fresco' with a little difference! 

  Whether it is date night or family fun, make the most of your…

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  Check out The Bowgie’s new beer garden!16-06-2021

  We can’t tell you how excited we are to show off our new beer garden! After putting so much hard work into the refurbishment of The Bowgie…

May 2021

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  Our talking toilet is talk of the town!25-05-2021

  The Bowgie Inn recently joined forces with EasyAccessibility Ltd to install the first talking assisted toilet in a UK pub (possibly even the…

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  5 things to do this Spring in Newquay05-05-2021

  As the days get longer and the nights shorter, it's finally time to dust off your suitcase and get packing for a well-deserved Spring break to…

April 2021

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  Dine With Iris19-04-2021

  Dine with Iris is a Newquay business offering picnics like no other. Using dreamy tablescapes and breath-taking locations, they create a unique…

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  Exploring The Newquay Tree Walk17-04-2021

  As the warmer weather approaches we’ve been out and about in Newquay to discover its hidden beauty spots.

  We headed down to Trenance Valley…

March 2021

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  Hot tub holidays arrive at Newperran Holiday Resort! 18-03-2021

  Ahead of their re-opening on 12 April Newperran Holiday Resort has got some brilliant news to share with you.

  For 2021 the resort has introduced a…

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  Escape Surf School To Re-Open11-03-2021

  Hello from Newquay!

  We hope lockdown 3 has treated you OK? It's certainly been a tough few months, but with the recent announcement of the…

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  The Bowgie Steps Into A Greener Future!09-03-2021

  A message from The Bowgie Inn.

  We’re so proud to announce that we’ve joined forces with ZLC Energy as part of our mission to increase…

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  We’ve Won A Gold Award!02-03-2021

  Here at the Visit Newquay Tourist Information Centre we are delighted to tell you that we have been awarded the Gold award at the Cornwall Tourism…

February 2021

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  A Little Page Of Cornwall17-02-2021

  With the third lockdown well under way and everyone stuck indoors due to the typical British weather it is hard to find something to entertain…

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  Cornish Pub reveals plans for Wellbeing and Sensory Garden thanks to Coca-Cola Grant09-02-2021

  The Bowgie Inn was invited to apply for funding for business improvement or community project by the drinks giant having won a Great British Pub…

January 2021

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  Homeschooling Resources23-01-2021

  With the classroom taking over our homes in lockdown 3.0 and outside activities restricted we’ve sourced some fun and educational resources…

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  A Winter Woodland Walk12-01-2021

  A Winter Woodland Walk

  If you love the great outdoors then a fantastic woodland adventure awaits for the whole family at Cardinham Woods…

December 2020

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  Winter Fun At The Blue Reef Aquarium24-12-2020

  Looking for something to do over the Christmas and New Year break? Why not visit Newquay’s local aquarium and explore the wonders of our…

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  Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 22-12-2020

  All the staff here at Visit Newquay Tourist Information Centre would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who came to visit Newquay in this…

November 2020

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  Christmas Makes In Lockdown21-11-2020

  With Christmas just around the corner why not take advantage of the second lockdown and get busy with our Christmas makes. 

  Follow our step…

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  Doggy Days In Newquay11-11-2020

  Looking for the pawfect holiday for you and your doggy best friend?

  With plenty to explore in Newquay you won’t have to holiday without your…

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  One of Cornwall’s best loved pubs unveils brand-new refurbishment02-11-2020

  The Bowgie Inn, Crantock, celebrates new refurbishment after months of building work

  There were clinking glasses and cheers all round in…

October 2020

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  Half Term Fun At Flambards16-10-2020

  There’s a host of fantastic family fun on offer at Flambards throughout the October Half Term holidays.

  From thrilling adventures in the…

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  Step Inside The Royal British Legion Newquay!09-10-2020

  Step inside The Royal British Legion Newquay!

  Set in the heart of Newquay’s town centre lies The Royal British Legion Club.

  Part of…

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  Fall in love with Autumn walks in Cornwall02-10-2020

  Explore Cornwall in the Autumn sunshine with beautiful walks courtesy of Duchy Holidays.

  Wheal Coates

  From the picturesque cove of Chapel…

September 2020

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  Cornish Pub Triumphant at The Great British Pub Awards 202025-09-2020

  The Bowgie Inn, has won a Great British Pub Award for its efforts over the lockdown.

  The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the…