Welcome to our Towan & Great Western Beach webcam.
The webcam gives uninterrupted views of the beach. Check the surf, SUP, kayak or coasteer conditions before your activity, or maybe you just want to view the weather and gaze out at our stunning beach!
The webcam will automatically tour the beach. Starting at Newquay harbour, the working heart of the town. We then move over to Towan Island, our most famous landmark, with the house on the island. You can also read our guide to Towan Beach.
From beginner surf lessons on Fistral & Great Western beaches to adrenaline-fuelled coasteering routes, our award-winning centre is the go-to destination for adventure seekers in Cornwall. We welcome solo travellers, families, stag & hen groups, schools, and military teams for high-energy, high-fun sessions – all tailored to your experience level and comfort.
Launched from the solid foundation of NAC’s industry experience, the OAIA has developed in to its own entity, and is now the leading provider of surf and ocean focused instructor training in the UK.
We pride ourselves on making every activity special and our reviews are testament to that. We have over 3,000 5 star Tripadvisor reviews alone!
Fantastic ISIC surf instructor course - expert coaching, real progression and great support. Challenging, rewarding and an unforgettable 3 weeks!
Helen, Google
Family coasteering session with Morgan was superb! Parents and our daughters (8 & 11) had an amazing time. We've found a new favourite sport!
Pete, Google
Brilliant Super SUP tour for our large group - cave exploration and wildlife spotting. Jack was incredible, keeping everyone safe and comfortable.
Seb, Google
Amazing SUP experience with James. Informative, relaxed and adventurous - exploring caves and learning about the coastline. Highly recommend!
Karen, Tripadvisor
Intensive surf instructor course - zero to hero in 3 weeks. Expert coaching from Jacob and the team with great facilities and support throughout!
Ewan, Tripadvisor
Unreal kayak and snorkel tour - exploring the coast and seeing seals up close. Heath was friendly, knowledgeable and made it unforgettable!
Angela, Tripadvisor
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