Fistral Recognised As One of The Best Beaches in Europe
Global review platform Tripadvisor has published a definitive list of the best beaches in Europe, which considering the many thousands of miles of coastline, must have been a hefty list to compile. Unsurprisingly, Cornwall secured a place in the top cluster, with Newquay’s surf mecca Fistral Beach coming in at an impressive number 22 in […]
A Month Of Surfing That Can Change Your Life For Ever
Learning is a humbling experience, but can also be empowering when you take responsibility for your own progression. Check out what a recent beginner student gained by surfing everyday for a month… If you set your mind to the task you can achieve anything. Is there a surf or fitness goal you’ve been dwelling on […]
Dolphins Rub Shoulders With Surfers At Fistral Beach
Sightings of dolphins and seals are always a treat, and when we see the distant silhouette of a dorsal fin we reach for our camera in excitement. However, this lucky surfer got a lot more dorsal fin than they’d bargained for, when some curious dolphins came ultra close and gate crashed the line-up. This has […]
Aurora Borealis Lights Up The Sky Above Newquay
Excitement spread like wildfire on February 26th after the Met Office announced that the Aurora Borealis, aka The Northern Lights, may be visible in certain dark sky sites in England. The team here at Newquay Activity Centre had our fingers and toes crossed that we’d be lucky enough, but the idea of seeing the Northern […]
Where Are They Now?
Each month we catch up with a graduate of Newquay Activity Centre’s Outdoor Activity Instructor Academy (OAIA). We find out how their careers as Outdoor Activity Instructors are developing, and hear about their latest adventures. Beth started her outdoor instructing journey just over a year ago as part of the January 2022 course. Once she […]
Life Saving Defibrillator Installed in the Heart of Newquay
Congratulations to all involved in the planning and fundraising for the installation of an Automated External Defibrillator at Newquay Activity Centre (NAC). Rob Barber, owner of Newquay Activity Centre, said “as soon as we heard about the opportunity to support the community and provide the space and funding support for this life saving piece of […]
Great Wild Western Surf Competition
Outdoor Activity Academy Great Western Beach Charity Surf Contest In aid of the RNLI Sunny weather and incredible waves greeted the assembled Cowboys, Cowgirls and Sheriffs that gathered at Great Western Beach, Newquay on November 25th. The western themed fancy dress was being worn by employees of local businesses; Newquay Activity Centre, Women and Waves, […]
Seas the Day: 5 Facts About the Newquay Coast
Newquay, on Cornwall’s north coast, is well renowned for being both the surf and party centre of the county. The fantastic surfing, exciting nightlife, and family-friendly attractions give people the chance to build lifelong memories they’ll cherish forever. But Newquay isn’t all about surfing and partying! Apart from the beautiful beaches, there are a lot […]
Cornwall Queen’s Jubilee Bank Holiday Events
Things to do in Cornwall for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Near Me By Carly Jones Planning a little getaway for the mammoth 4 day bank holiday weekend in celebration of the Queen’s record breaking 70 year reign? Or just looking to get out in the fresh air to cement the start of summer? We’ve curated […]