Newquay's Great Western beach is a popular family beach, comprising of several west facing sandy coves, backed by towering cliffs sheltering it from the elements. Smaller surf makes it a great place to learn to ride the waves, however, high tides cover most of the sand, so make sure you know the times of high water.

Great Western has a wide range of facilities, including surf and deck chair hire, refreshments, shop, toilets, showers, lifeguards during the summer months and Seaside Award 2006. The beach also has a private lift which descends through the cliffs from the Great Western Hotel.
Access to beach is via a steep winding path between the Barracuda night club and the Great Western Hotel.

See Great Western Beach on a Google map