Newquay Fistral Beach Walk from Porth

Cornish Fisherman mural

It has been one of those awful days with nothing but driving rain.Thankfully the skies have cleared a little, enough to offer some encouragement at least. There is though the threat that the heavens could open up again at any minute. As a result it's a brisk walk from Porth to the centre of Newquay. Because of the awful weather none of the Pasty shops have ordered in many supplies. All that seems to be left are 'Cheese and onion', or even worse 'Fake Steak'. Whatever that might consist of. When I was here last time an Artist had just started work on a large wall mural. At that time it was impossible to see what it was going to be. Now it is finished it looks fantastic in all it's glory. 

Leaving Newquay Town Centre behind I cut across the Golf Course which overlooks the world famous surfing spot of Fistral Beach. The rain is never going to be far away today. Not something that will deter the surfers of course. There must be at least 50 in the water at the moment. The darkening and   foreboding skies create something of a Gothic look. I walk down to the sand and make my way along towards the headland in the direction of Pentire.

I wanted to get to the furthest point on the headland. Unfortunately time is against me and I don't quite get there. Fistral is considered the home of British surfing due to its consistent waves, ideal conditions, and rich history in the sport.The famous Boardmasters is also held here along with Watergate Bay. A five day competition held over the second weekend in August. The beach is approximately 750 meters in length. Backed by steep sand dunes and overlooked by the prestigious Headlands Hotel. I trace my path back down the hill, taking the SW coast path instead of walking on the beach. It leads to the golf course path that I had previously taken. I make my way down towards the harbour.

 

 

Newquay Harbour

Newquay Harbour is a fishing and pleasure Harbour,the largest fishing port on the North Cornwall coast. 

I move down to Towan Beach, in the heart of the town. A very traditional beach with a very unique feature. It has a house on an island complete with a private bridge. I think the house is now rented out as an Air B & B. A really striking feature which has always fascinated me. I will make my way back to Porth via a few other Newquay beaches which I have previously written about. 

A Seagull at Mount Wise

The link to the previous walk mentioned above is listed below.

http://peterja-storytellersnight.blogspot.com/2024/10/newquay-beaches-walk.html