Crantock is a popular northwest facing beach with a large expanse of golden ankle deep sand, great for building sandcastles, and rocky outcrops good for fishing and rock-pooling.

The main stretch of the beach is over a mile long and is backed by dunes. The beach is named after the nearby village of Crantock - 2 miles walk along the coastal path from Newquay's town centre. At the north end of the beach is the River Gannel estuary which separates it the beach from Pentire Headland. Crantock beach is a popular destination for locals, due to its remoteness and relative calm during the summer months.

A 10-15 minute walk further round the coast path brings you to Porth Joke, a small attractive north west facing cove with good quality sand and rock pools to explore.

Car park and toilet facilities - run by the National Trust, a small beach shop/cafe serves refreshments, lifeguards during the summer months, dog friendly, access for wheelchairs can be difficult through the dunes.
From the Newquay to Perranporth Road (A3075) take the turning signposted Crantock. In the village, turn right at the signpost for Crantock Beach.

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