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Tolcarne Beach
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Tolcarne Beach is located on the Celtic Sea and it is in the 7th place out of 137 beaches in the Cornwall region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Tolcarne Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
9 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Towen Beach, which has a rating of 8.8.
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Tolcarne Beach is located in Cornwall within Newquay, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
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What to do in Tolcarne Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Tolcarne Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Tolcarne Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Tolcarne Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Great Western Hotel,...• 3 min walk
- Secret Garden• 4 min walk
- Griffin Inn Newquay• 6 min walk
- The Towan Blystra -...• 7 min walk
Attractions
- El Huichol Mexican S...• 2 min walk
- Cornwall Waverunner...• 11 min walk
- Newquay Leisure Worl...• 11 min walk
- Pirate's Quest Adven...• 12 min walk
Transport
- NQY• 6.1km
- East St. Post Office• 8 min walk
- Luxulyan• 23.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Tolcarne Beach?
The Tolcarne Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Tolcarne Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Tolcarne Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Tolcarne Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Tolcarne Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Tolcarne Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
So the overall recommendation of the Tolcarne Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Tolcarne Beach good for families?
Yes, the Tolcarne Beach is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Tolcarne Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Tolcarne Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Tolcarne Beach?
Tolcarne Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Families with children
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Tolcarne Beach?
The bar is located right on the Tolcarne Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Great Western Hotel, Newquay is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Tolcarne Beach?
There are 712 places to stay in the Tolcarne Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Tolcarne Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Tolcarne Beach from parking?
The Tolcarne Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Tolcarne Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Tolcarne Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are El Huichol Mexican Streetfood located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Tolcarne Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Tolcarne Beach is July. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 11°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Tolcarne Beach (Cornwall) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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