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1 FISTRAL BEACH
Fistral, Newquay
Surf capital of the UK, this beach is home to the leading surf competitions, including the Rip Curl Boardmasters, Quicksilver Skins, UK Pro Surf Tour and BUSA Championships.
2 FAT FACE
Fistral Beach Complex, Headland Road; www.fatface.com
The place to get the essential surfer dude or dudette look, from tees ’n’ tops, to bags ’n’ bikinis or shirts ’n’ shorts.
3 ANIMAL
Unit Three, Fistral Beach Complex, Headland Road; tel: +44 (0)1637 873110
A whole shop full of Animal’s modern, exciting, stylish surf-style clothing and accessories for the fashion-conscious buyer.
4 FISTRAL BLU
Fistral Beach, Headland Road; www.fistral-blu.co.uk
One of Newquay’s best dining experiences, with a contemporary, Mediterranean-themed menu featuring seafood and 180° views across Fistral Bay.
5 NATIONAL SURFING CENTRE
Fistral Beach; www.nationalsurfingcentre.com
The British Surfing Association’s very own surf school, so all the instructors are certified and trained to the highest calibre. Every sort of lesson you can think of is available for ages eight and up.
6 ANN’S COTTAGE SURF SHOP
Unit One, Fistral Beach Complex, Headland Road; www.annscottagesurf.co.uk
One of the original Cornish surf shops, selling everything from wetsuits and boards to swimwear and accessories by all the big names, including O’Neill, Ripcurl and Billabong.
7 HEADLAND COTTAGES
Headland Hotel, Fistral Beach; www.headlandcottages.co.uk
Watch the Atlantic rollers from your very own luxury holiday cottage and enjoy the freedom of self-catering with all the facilities of a luxury hotel.
8 CARNMARTH HOTEL
Headland Road, Fistral Beach; www.carnmarth.com
You can watch the surfing competitions from the terrace, learn to surf at the on-site English Surf School, walk on the beach or coastal paths, or take a jet boat ride from this beachside hotel that offers a range of high-energy activities.
9 GOOFYS BOUTIQUE SURF HOSTEL
5 Headland Road; www.goofys.co.uk
When you stay at Goofys you can let them cook for you (breakfast till way late!) or make your own food, enjoy WiFi, hang out on the suntrap deck – and all within the sound of the waves.
10 OVERHEAD SURF LTD
19 Cliff Road; www.overheadsurf.co.uk
The specialists for all surf and body boards, wetsuits and accessories.
11 RED LION INN
Quay Cottage, Lower North Quay Hill; tel: +44 (0)1637 872195
Overlooking the harbour, this friendly, traditional pub serves up good food and live bands on Friday and Saturday nights.
12 SUNSET SURF SHOP
106 Fore Street; tel: +44 (0)1637 877624
No worries if you don’t have your own equipment, you can hire it all here, and buy clothes, swimwear and accessories too.
13 NEWQUAY SURF CENTRE
56 Fore Street; www.newquaysurfcentre.com
Helpful, friendly staff and lots of surf clobber by all the leading brands, from clothing to wetsuits.
14 NORTHSHORE SURF SHOP
36 Fore Street; www.northshoresurfshop.co.uk
Right downtown and full of the finest surf brands for clothing and boards.
15 SAILORS CLUB & PUB
15 Fore Street; www.sailorsnightclub.com
Sit on the sunny terrace by day, then come in the evening for quizzes and music. Or, if you’re a bit of a dance fiend, hit the club for one of the hottest spots in town with resident DJs six nights a week. It’s free entry if you come in your boardies and bikinis!
16 SMILE
28 Fore Street; tel: +44 (0)1637 873389
Whether you’re a first-timer or a weathered pro, you’ll find all the kit you need here to hit the waves.
17 LONGBOARD HOUSE SURFSHOP
4 Alma Place; www.longboardhouse.co.uk
The place for all kinds of surfboards, new and secondhand, including soft boards, fishes, shortboards, fun boards, mini mals and longboards, plus loads of accessories.
18 BEACH HOUSE FISTRAL
Tel: +44 (0)7971 074181, www.beachhousefistral.co.uk
This cute house sleeps up to five and is only 450m from the golden sands of Fistral Beach and the South West Coastal Path.
19 WINDSWEPT CAFÉ
South Fistral Beach, off Esplanade Road, Pentire; www.windsweptcafe.co.uk
The ideal surfers’ hangout, open 364 days a year. Expect delicious food in a stunning setting, free Wifi and a relaxed atmosphere: kids, dogs and wetsuits are all welcome.
20 THE ESPLANADE
Esplanade Road, Pentire; www.newquay-hotels.co.uk/esplanade
At the southern end of Fistral Bay, directly opposite the beach, this is a modern, family-friendly hotel with amazing views, up-to-date facilities and an air of understated sophistication in a relaxed atmosphere, plus the Quiksilver Surf School…
21 QUIKSILVER SURF SCHOOL NEWQUAY
Esplanade Road, Pentire; www.quiksilversurfschoolnewquay.com
Offering group or one-to-one coaching for everyone from first-timers to advanced surfers. Beginners take heart: on average, eight out of 10 people achieve a “stand-up” on their first lesson!
22 THE BAY HOTEL
Esplanade Road, Pentire; www.newquay-hotels.co.uk/bay
Stay in one of the 94 bedrooms at this three-star hotel overlooking Fistral Beach and hit the waves within moments of waking! There’s also a restaurant and spa…
23 FISTRAL SPA
Esplanade Road, Pentire; www.newquay-hotels.co.uk/fistralSpa
After a hard day’s surfing, chill out in one of the nine luxurious treatment rooms in the Fistral Spa (located in the Bay Hotel) and soothe away aches and pains in one of the most advanced spas in the south west.
24 LEWINNICK LODGE
Pentire Headland; www.lewinnick-lodge.info
Nestled atop the cliffs of Pentire Headland, the Lodge offers a spectacular dining experience, with magnificent views across the mighty Atlantic.
ROWEMAN BOARDSHORTS
www.rowemansurf.com
If, like the two Cornish brothers who started this company, you want board shorts that don’t sport hibiscus flowers or cost £60, then you’ll like these no-nonsense boardies featuring the Cornish flag. Wear with pride!
BLUE CHIP VACATIONS
Tel: +44 (0)1803 855282, www.bluechipvacations.com
Choose from a large selection of luxurious apartments in Newquay, many with views over surfing hotspot Fistral Beach.
STAY NEWQUAY
Tel: +44 (0)1637 830542, www.staynewquay.com
Take your pick from a range of high-spec self-catering apartments in and around Fistral Beach and Bay.
