A quite large expanse of golden sand. It is bounded to the west by Trevelgue Head and to the East by Zacry's Islands.
A Newquay association has decided to set a minimum price this year for selling alcohol to punters at pints and bottles for £2, spirits at £1.50 and shots at £1.
Towan Beach is a firm favourite with most visitors due to its proximity to the Aquarium and the harbour.
Crantock Beach is quite large at low tide but the beach disappears rapidly on an incoming tide due to its very flat nature.