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June 2025

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  Lappa Valley Part of National Railway 200 Celebrations17-06-2025

  Lappa Valley celebrates Railway 200 Gala with 445ft long train!

  Lappa Valley near St Newlyn East once again echoed with whistles and cheers as part…

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  Raise a Glass for Bowgie’s Ale & Cider Festival 2025!12-06-2025

  22-25 August – Bowgie Inn, Crantock

  Our beloved Ale & Cider Festival is back for the August Bank Holiday weekend – and this year,…

April 2025

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  Skate Bowls, Vintage Boards & Big Waves: UK Surf & Skate Expo Is Stacked22-04-2025

  The inaugural UK Surf & Skate Expo is less than five months away – and now, organisers have just announced a whole line-up of new events…

March 2025

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  4 FREE Activities this Easter in Newquay 14-03-2025

  Only a few weeks are left until the bunny arrives with lots of egg-citing family fun. Get ready for some cracking Easter events across town and even…

February 2025

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  Your Perfect Stay Awaits 27-02-2025

  Discover Newquay with Luxury Coastal 

  Our good friends over at Luxury Coastal have kindly written this weeks blog and tell you how they can…

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  Get Outdoors 13-02-2025

  Get Outdoors: Explore Nature and Wilderness

  Nestled along Cornwall's stunning coastline, Newquay offers far more than its famous surf spots.…

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  Fun Valentine's Dates in Newquay 06-02-2025

  Valentine's Day in Newquay: Romantic Date Ideas for Cornwall's Surf Capital

  Whether you're a local couple or planning a romantic…

January 2025

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  Mayor's Welcome To Newquay28-01-2025

  It is an honour as Mayor to welcome you to Newquay. Our town which glistens on the cliff top awash with the sound of crashing waves and the song of…

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  Bowgie Inn Launches New Website 23-01-2025

  Bowgie Inn Launches New Website to Enhance Customer Experience

  Bowgie Inn, the iconic cliff-top pub overlooking Crantock Beach, has recently…

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  Winter Wonders in a Summer Town: Why Newquay Shines in the Off-Season22-01-2025

  Newquay is known as a bustling summer destination, with its beautiful beaches and vibrant atmosphere. But, what many people don't know is that…

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  Get Active This January In Newquay 07-01-2025

  Get Active This January in Newquay: Your Guide to Winter Wellness in Cornwall

  Embrace the invigorating spirit of Cornwall's premier coastal town…

October 2024

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  A New Way to Stay: The First Coastal Aparthotel in Cornwall 25-10-2024

  A New Way to Stay: The first coastal aparthotel in Cornwall opens its doors. 

  Rewriting the rulebook for breaks by the sea in the UK,…

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  October Half Term Attractions in Newquay18-10-2024

  Discover Cornwall's Hidden Gems this Half Term

  As the half term break approaches, families across Cornwall are eagerly planning their adventures…

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  Fireworks in Newquay 16-10-2024

  Light Up the Night: Spectacular Fireworks Displays in Newquay

  As the nights draw in and there's a chill in the air, Newquay prepares to light up…

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  Get Outdoors this October Half Term 10-10-2024

  As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, October Half Term offers the perfect opportunity to explore the natural beauty of Newquay and its…

September 2024

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  Golfing in Newquay: Discovering the Best Courses by the Sea 23-09-2024

  Newquay might be a charming seaside resort, fishing port, and the surfing capital of the UK, but it’s not all about the water. If you’d…

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  September Events in Newquay and Surroundings14-09-2024

  September is a fantastic month for events here in and around Newquay. The weather is still good and the venues boast some of the best scenery autumn…

August 2024

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  Top Spots for Summer Dining19-08-2024

  Discover Newquay's Culinary Gems

  Looking for places to eat this summer in Newquay and the surrounding areas? You've come to the right place!…

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  Blooming Beautiful Gardens06-08-2024

  Blooming Beautiful: Gardens to Explore Near Newquay This Summer

  Escape the bustling beaches and discover the tranquil beauty of these stunning…

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  Family Adventures this Summer 05-08-2024

  Exciting Family Adventures in Newquay This Summer

  Looking for ways to keep the whole family entertained during your Newquay getaway? Look no…

July 2024

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  Rainy Days this Summer in Newquay26-07-2024

  Splash-Proof Fun: Rainy Day Adventures in Newquay

  Don't let a bit of rain dampen your spirits during your Newquay holiday. We've got you…

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  Splash into Summer 24-07-2024

  Splash into Summer: Newquay's Aquatic Adventures

  Make a splash this summer with Newquay's exciting array of water-based activities. From…

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  Summer Family Events23-07-2024

  Unforgettable Family Events in Newquay This Summer

  Make the most of your Newquay holiday with these exciting family-friendly events. From historical…

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  Wild Encounters22-07-2024

  Wild Encounters: Animal Attractions in Newquay This Summer

  Discover the wonders of the animal kingdom during your Newquay holiday. From exotic…

May 2024

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  Lobster Hatchery Wins Award09-05-2024

  The National Lobster Hatchery, a Cornish marine conservation charity, has been named the Best Family Attraction in Cornwall in the 2024 Muddy…

March 2024

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  Things To Do this Easter in Newquay 21-03-2024

  If you’re spending Easter in Newquay, you’re in for a treat! Here are some EGGcellent events happening in and around…

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  Lappa Valley Wins SILVER at South West Toursim Awards 15-03-2024

  One of Cornwall’s most loved family attractions has been recognised as one of the very best in the South West for the second consecutive year…

January 2024

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  All Weather Fun at Cornwall Gold this February Half Term! 15-01-2024

  Discover one of Cornwall’s best kept secrets during your next holiday in Newquay with a trip to Cornwall Gold. A true hidden gem, this…

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  Top 10 Reasons to visit Crantock in 2024!11-01-2024

  Crantock is arguably one of Cornwall’s most incredible locations, with the most perfectly picturesque Cornish village, a stunning golden-sand…

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  Lappa Valley's 50th Anniversary 04-01-2024

  One of Cornwall’s most popular family attractions is celebrating its 50th birthday in 2024 – with a series of celebrations and some…

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…

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…

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…

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…

October 2021

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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…

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…

July 2021

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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…

April 2021

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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…

January 2021

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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…

November 2020

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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…

October 2020

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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…

April 2020

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  5 Isolation Tips if You’re Missing Newquay24-04-2020

  5 Isolation Tips if You’re Missing Newquay

  Sadly, many people have had to cancel their trips to Newquay since the Coronavirus outbreak. We…

March 2020

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  Experience Newquay like a local – the 24-hour guide05-03-2020

  With a string of breathtaking beaches peppered around the coastline, award-winning restaurants and stylish bars in abundance, Newquay really is the…

February 2020

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  Why Newquay Is The Best Place For A Tee Time And Discover These Amazing Golf Courses13-02-2020

  Our friend over at golfinfluence.com has kindly written a blog to tell you all about golfing in the Newquay area and the best golf courses to visit.…

October 2019

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  Top 5 Places to Read Your Book in Newquay03-10-2019

  This week's blog has been written by one of our good friends over at Newquay Library! They have given us some of their…

June 2019

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  Top 5 Outdoor Sunset Spots 01-06-2019

  All year round Newquay has some epic sunsets but with the warmer evenings, it is nice to enjoy the fresh air and sit outside to watch as the sun goes…