Newquay in Cornwall all about the area and Newquay's attractions.

Whether its a romantic break for two, or simply an escape from the mayhem, Newquay is the ideal destination for you.

Newquay is the capital of England's surfing scene with 11 beaches stretching over seven miles of golden sand, so it is not surprising that this one-time fishing village has transformed itself into the surfer's paradise.

More information on Newquays' beaches
Newquay and the Atlantic coast of Cornwall boasts some of the finest beaches in western Europe.

More information on activities in Newquay
Newquay is the ideal holiday destination for excitement and fun with activities to suit all ages and interests.

There are countless family attractions to choose from;

Eden Project
'To promote the understanding and responsible management of the vital relationship between plants, people and resources leading to a sustainable future for all'.

Lappa Valley Steam Railway
A old mineral line, now home to a narrow gauge steam railway

Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre
The all weather family fun centre. Pony rides, meet the animals

Earth Station Goonhilly
With over 60 huge dishes, or giants, Goonhilly is the largest satellite earth station in the world.

Paradise Park Wildlife
Sanctuary Cornwall's top wildlife sanctuary with "JungleBarn" indoor play centre

Blue Reef Aquarium, Newquay
The ultimate undersea safari - "Walk through" the sea and experience another dimension. The main attraction, is a 250,000 litre display housing black and white tip reef sharks, stingrays, moray eels, giant groupers and hundreds of brightly coloured reef fish.

Cornish Birds of Prey Centre
A collection of over 50 birds of prey for you to see, with regular flying displays.

Dairyland Farm
World DairyLand Farmworld - Britain's first and best. Winner of 4 national awards.

Newquay Zoo
Set in lush sub-tropical gardens this is the home of many of the world's endangered species and has earned a reputation as one of the best wildlife parks in the country - and one of the most exciting days-out in the West-Country.

Dobwalls Family Adventure Park
Explore the Golden Age of Steam and diesel locomotion on one of the most extensive miniature Railroad Networks in Europe!

Holywell Bay Fun Park, Newquay
The ultimate destination for an action packed family day out with a wonderful variety of brilliant action packed attractions . Pay as you Play All the rides and attractions at Holywell bay Fun Park operate on our unique token system.

Waterworld
Two Superb Pools 25m Swimming Pool with 6 lanes - 29 degrees Tropical Fun Pool with water cannon, tipper, slides, erupting volcano, flumes, spitting snakes & crocodile. Fun pool temperature is 30.5 degrees.

Tunnels Through Time, Newquay
Come and see this fabulous recreation of Cornish stories and legends. With realistic life size figures, fantastic sound and lighting effects, Tunnels Through Time really brings the past to life.

National seal Sanctury
A busy rescue centre for dozens f injured and orphaned seals before they are released back into the wild. Also a home to resident seals and sealions.

St Michaels Mount
Magical rocky island crowned by medieval castle and church.

Flambards
Featuring some of Britains wildest theme park rides and Cornwall's premier tourist attraction. Lots of indoor and outdoor activities for all ages and places to eat, so you can enjoy The Flambards Experience whatever the weather and have the best day of the week!

Lanhydrock House
Magnificent late Victorian country house with extensive servants' quarters, gardens and wooded estate

Jamaica Inn
The Jamaica Inn, Cornwall's legendary coaching house which was immortalised in Daphne du Maurier's novel of the same name, has stood high on Bodmin Moor for over Four centuries.

Poldark Mine
Poldark Mine is a free entry site with something for all the family.

Porthcurno Wartime Telegraph Museum
See and find out about early telecommunications technology and how the nerve centre of Victorian telegraphy came to be sited on the remote and beautiful Cornish coastline.

Trerice Manor House
Trerice is a small Elizabethan manor house near Newquay, Cornwall.

Charlestown Shipwreck, Rescue and Heritage Centre
The largest collection of shipwreck artefacts and treasures in the U.K.

Wheal Martin China Clay Heritage Centre
the UK's only china clay museum and visitor attraction.

Historic Truro
Two Historic Treasures on One Historic Site Both worth seeing ~ Both worth saving

Tintagel Castle
If you want to give your imagination a treat, take it to Tintagel Castle.