With roots datingback to the 3rd century BC, Newquay’s history is steeped in Iron Agesettlements and as a lustrous fishing village. Now a major tourist destination, it’s not hard to see why so many peoplechoose Newquay.

Often regarded asone of the UK’sbest holiday destinations, Newquay boasts 10 long, sandy beaches which allreceive a warm, sea breeze.  The beachesare without a doubt one of the reasons why Newquay’s population of 20,000 rocketsto 100,000 throughout the summer months, along with it’s famous surfingaspects, bouncing night life and child friendly atmosphere.

As theself-proclaimed ‘Surfing Capital of Britain’, not many would disagree.  With some internationally favoured beaches and a large amount of surf shops,Newquay is established as the centre of the UK’s surf industry.  Whether you’re a seasoned pro or have nevertried surfing, Newquay is definitely the place to fulfill any surfing desireyou may posses.  Without dozens of surfhire shops and a renowned surfing school for beginners and improvers, you’resure to be able to be surfing within a few hours of arriving in Newquay.

Whilst surfing isa favoured, local past time, some of Newquay’sbeaches are home to international surfing events.  Fistral beach is the most prominent andfamous surfing beach, whilst Crantoc Bay, Towan and Tolcarneall providefavourable surfing locations.

Perhaps due to themajor tourist factor Newquay posses, Newquay’s night life is thriving.  Regularly attracting world famous DJ’s toit’s many bars and venues, it is a favourite place for summer parties and events such as Hen and Stag parties.

Newquay can betraveled to by air, train, coach or car. Newquay Cornwall Airportprovides a rapidly growing air terminal, with up to five trips daily to andfrom Gatwick.  Newquay train station iscontinually being improved and expanded whilst coach services are as popular asever.

As with many UK holidaydestinations, there is something for everyone. The award winning Newquay Zoo provides both British and exotic animalsfor all the family to enjoy whilst Lappa Valley Steam Railway is an enjoyableyet relaxing day out for everyone. Miniature railways link various areas of this wonderful day out,including lush, green picnic areas, crazy golf and a family-friendly boatinglake.

For those with aliking for the Beatles, Newquay offers a selection of destinations that wereused as locations for the filming in their ‘Magical Mystery Tour’, including Atlantic Beach and Towan beach.

With an obviousnautical feel to the town, Newquay offers an interesting National Maritime Museum and a breathtakingBlue Reef Aquarium, situated just off the beach in one of Newquay’s many coves.

Regardless of yourbudget, you can be sure to find an accommodation that’s right for you. NewquayHotels are in abundance, whilst there’s a vast array of Bed andBreakfast’s, guest houses, caravan parks, camp sites, self-catering cottagesand a selection of surf lodges.

If you’re lookingfor an accommodation that’s relaxing and want to be pampered all day, Newquayoffers one of the most advanced spa’s in the South West of England with FistralSpa.

When looking forsomething to eat, Newquay is extremely laid back.  You can often take a stroll along one of theman reaches and wander straight into one of the many restaurants, samplinglocal, freshly caught fish or chargrilled localmeats.  Whilst there are many restaurantssituated away fro the beach areas, before you leave Newquay, it’s stronglyrecommended that you stray from the beach, into a beautiful restaurant andfeast on a locally caught lobster over a bottle of chilled champagne.