Watergate Bay
25 May 2025
A huge expanse of sand and consistent surf makes Watergate Bay a favourite among surfers, kite flyers and kitesurfers.
Things to do near Crantock
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Watergate Bay
A huge expanse of sand and consistent surf makes Watergate Bay a favourite among surfers, kite flyers and kitesurfers.
2
The Bolingey Inn
Oozing with old world charm, The Bolingey Inn combines hearty home-cooked food with a welcoming atmosphere. With an emphasis on local produce and regularly rotating real ales, the pub is a popular choice and booking in advance is advised for the end of the week.
3
The New Inn Goonhavern
The New Inn is a traditional public house with large outside garden and childrens play area. Vegan and vegetarian options are available and the pub opens daily.
4
St Newlyn East and Lappa Valley
A walk of just over three and a half miles, brought to you courtesy of iwalkcornwall.co.uk. Park in the village hall car park and head through the Lappa Vally woodland. Check out the website for full directions and other walks in the area.
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The Plume of Feathers
A classic country pub with a relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy the seasonal menu where fresh, local and traceable ingredients are used to prepare classic British and modern European fare. Mitchell has its own fruit farm and the fruit and vegetables are sourced from here. Reclaimed slate from the renovated barns is used to serve a selection of Cornish cheeses.
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The Cornishman
A traditional locals pub in the heart of Crantock. Dogs are welcome and there's a popular quiz night on the last Saturday of every month.
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Blue Reef Aquarium
Tunnels through the aquarium give visitors an interesting view of all manner of marine wildlife, including reef sharks and stingrays.
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Boardmasters Newquay
Fistral Beach is where the action sports take place, including ASP World Tour Surfing. Further along the coast Watergate Bay plays host to the festival. These events are certainly for the young or young at heart, take a look at their Web site for further details and to buy tickets.
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Perranporth Beach
Perranporth is a large, sandy beach, over two miles long, with good surfing conditions. The beach is backed by extensive sand dunes and a nice walk can be found through the dunes to St Piran's Cross and the ruins of St Piran's Oratory. It's also on the South West Coast Path.
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The Lappa Valley Steam Railway
The Lappa Valley Steam Railway has three miniature linked railways around the valley, together with a boating lake, crazy golf and play areas.
Things to do near Crantock
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The Bolingey Inn
18 May 2025
Oozing with old world charm, The Bolingey Inn combines hearty home-cooked food with a welcoming atmosphere. With an emphasis on local produce and regularly rotating real ales, the pub is a popular choice and booking in advance is advised for the end of the week.
The New Inn Goonhavern
18 August 2024
The New Inn is a traditional public house with large outside garden and childrens play area. Vegan and vegetarian options are available and the pub opens daily.
St Newlyn East and Lappa Valley
11 October 2023
A walk of just over three and a half miles, brought to you courtesy of iwalkcornwall.co.uk. Park in the village hall car park and head through the Lappa Vally woodland. Check out the website for full directions and other walks in the area.
The Plume of Feathers
24 July 2022
A classic country pub with a relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy the seasonal menu where fresh, local and traceable ingredients are used to prepare classic British and modern European fare. Mitchell has its own fruit farm and the fruit and vegetables are sourced from here. Reclaimed slate from the renovated barns is used to serve a selection of Cornish cheeses.
The Cornishman
13 February 2022
A traditional locals pub in the heart of Crantock. Dogs are welcome and there's a popular quiz night on the last Saturday of every month.
Blue Reef Aquarium
19 December 2016
Tunnels through the aquarium give visitors an interesting view of all manner of marine wildlife, including reef sharks and stingrays.
Boardmasters Newquay
24 August 2015
Fistral Beach is where the action sports take place, including ASP World Tour Surfing. Further along the coast Watergate Bay plays host to the festival. These events are certainly for the young or young at heart, take a look at their Web site for further details and to buy tickets.
Perranporth Beach
7 June 2015
Perranporth is a large, sandy beach, over two miles long, with good surfing conditions. The beach is backed by extensive sand dunes and a nice walk can be found through the dunes to St Piran's Cross and the ruins of St Piran's Oratory. It's also on the South West Coast Path.
The Lappa Valley Steam Railway
14 July 2014
The Lappa Valley Steam Railway has three miniature linked railways around the valley, together with a boating lake, crazy golf and play areas.