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Newquay, Cornwall
Town of
Newquay, Cornwall
Newquay (Cornish: Tewynn Pleustri) is a fishing port on the north
Atlantic coast of Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. Newquay is bounded to
the west by the Gannel River and its associated salt marsh, and in the east by
the Porth valley. The town of Newquay has been expanding inland (south) since it
was founded. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 19,423.
Newquay is now a major tourist destination, with ten long and accessible
sandy beaches. The town has a resident population can increase to 100,000
or more in the summer because Newquay has a large stock of holiday
accommodation.
The resort of Newquay styles itself "The Surfing Capital of Britain" with
many surf shops, board manufacturers and hire shops in the town. Fistral Beach
hosts major international competitions, and Towan, Great Western and Tolcarne
Beaches nearer the town and nearby Crantock Bay and Watergate Bay also provide
high quality breaks.
Newquay railway station is the terminus of the Atlantic Coast Line that runs
from Par and is situated close to the beaches on the east side of the town
centre. The passenger service dates from 20 June 1874, but a goods line known as
the Newquay Railway was opened in 1846 from nearby mines to the harbour.
Newquay Airport provides links to other parts of the British Isles.
Restormel Borough Council is the Local Authority for the Restormel area.
Situated within the heart of Cornwall, it is one of six districts in the county.
Within its borders, Restormel has both the major towns of St Austell and Newquay
- it is also home to the 'Eden Project'.
Official Town of
Newquay, Cornwall
website:
www.restormel.gov.uk
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