Dogs make everything we do an adventure, making them a wonderful travel companion when exploring Cornwall. One of the most dog-friendly places in Cornwall for a pup-approved holiday, Newquay is found on the dramatic north coast and has plenty of dog-friendly beaches and things to do.
From steam trains to beach days, you and your pooch will be spoilt for choice for fun days out. After a day of energetic explorations, enjoy a range of dog-friendly pubs, cafés, and restaurants where you can sit down and feast on the very best Cornish fare while your dog snoozes happily at your feet.
Ready to create your pawfect itinerary? Here are our favourite dog-friendly days out for holidays in Newquay…
Lappa Valley Steam Railway
Best for: Family-friendly fun
St Newlyn East, Newquay TR8 5LX
lappavalley.co.uk
Take your dog on a family trip to the Lappa Valley Steam Railway where you can climb aboard a real steam train and spend peaceful hours by the boating lake, before settling down for a delicious picnic. There’s also a great onsite café if you’re looking for a cuppa and a piece of cake.
Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm
Best for: Apple-scented adventures
Penhallow, Truro TR4 9LT
healeyscyder.co.uk
Partway between Truro and Newquay, the dog and family-friendly Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm invites you to enjoy a truly Cornish day out. Spend the day saying hello to the lovely resident farm animals, riding on tractors, and enjoying delicious treats in the onsite restaurant. While dogs aren’t allowed on the guided tours, you can always take some bottles home and enjoy a tasting in the comfort of your Cornish cottage.
Newquay Sea Safaris
Best for: Salty sea dogs
Shark's Head Kiosk Hill, Quay Hill, Newquay
newquayseasafarisandfishing.co.uk
One for all the salty sea dogs out there, Newquay Sea Safaris invites you aboard its seafaring vessel for a fun-filled safari in Cornish waters. Watch out for seals and dolphins as you bob around the coast, learning fascinating facts about Newquay’s maritime history as you go, before heading to Seal Cove to see these incredible mammals on their home turf from a safe distance.
Trenance Gardens
Best for: Peaceful strolls
82 Edgcumbe Avenue, Newquay TR7 2NW
We do love a garden wander, and Trenance Gardens in Newquay is just the spot. Featuring a beautiful lake, a series of winding paths lead you around pretty borders filled with flowers and gently swaying willows lining the water’s edge. Dogs must be kept on leads while visiting, making it a lovely place to slow down and appreciate the natural world.
Pentire Point West
Best for: Pub walks and beer gardens
When it comes to dog-friendly things to do in Cornwall, walking has to be top of the list. With several dog-friendly beaches nearby and a superb pub with a fantastic sea-view beer garden that welcomes furry companions, Pentire Point West is an excellent destination for a dog walk. Polly Joke and Crantock Beach both welcome dogs throughout the year, giving you ample opportunities to enjoy some sandy zoomies during your walk. Later, end up at The Bowgie Inn for a glass of something refreshing and an unbeatable view.
Crantock Beach
Best for: Coffee breaks and sand dunes
This golden sand beach is perfect for a family day out. Whether walking the cliffs, climbing the dunes, going for a swim, or enjoying a stroll around the sandy banks of the River Gannel, there’s much to uncover in this dog-friendly haven. Fancy a little pick-me-up while enjoying your coastal adventure? One of Newquay’s best beach cafés, Cargo Coffee, sits right on the beach and welcomes pups and people alike.
Holywell Bay Beach
Best for: Sandy sprints
Another favourite, Holywell Bay boasts a large stretch of sand where dogs can run free throughout the year, bound around with a ball, meet other furry friends, and perhaps even enjoy a paddle! At low tide, the beach is a mile long, meaning there is plenty of space for all in a beautiful setting (as seen in TV’s Poldark and House of the Dragon).
Fistral Beach
Best for: Wave watching
We couldn’t mention dog-friendly beaches in Newquay without featuring Fistral Beach. Fistral is famous for its dog-friendly status and the perfect place to throw a ball, chase the waves, or run the entire stretch of sand. Renowned for being one of the best surfing beaches in the UK, it holds all of the iconic events, such as the English National Surfing Championships and Boardmasters, the largest surf and skate festival in Europe. Within walking distance of the town centre, close to cliff paths, and boasting many restaurants, bars, and cafés, this is heaven for dogs in Newquay!
Rick Stein Fistral
Best for: Fish and chips by the sea
Fistral Beach Complex, Headland Road, Newquay TR7 1HY
rickstein.com/restaurants/fistral/
What better way to finish your beach day than with fish and chips at one of Newquay’s top dog-friendly restaurants? Overlooking the golden sands and tumbling waves, Rick Stein Fistral is one of the best places to go for this most beloved of dishes, serving up crispy battered fish and fluffy chips with an array of sauces, from Goan curry to homemade tartare.
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