About the local area
Crantock Beach offers a charming location perfect for relaxing or discovering the stunning Cornish Coastline's superb selection of beaches and quaint villages.
Discover the many animals that Newquay is home to, from tropical and local underwater species at the Blue Reef Aquarium to wild endangered animals at Newquay Zoo.
Map of Crantock Beach

Cities and towns
- Newquay
Newquay is the surf capital of the UK and has over eleven fantastic beaches to choose from, many with Blue Flag status. The town also has a wealth of shops, restaurants and a wide range of attractions for all the family. - Truro
The only city in Cornwall, Truro offers a wide range of attractions for visitors including a large selection of shops, bars and restaurants as well as its magnificent cathedral. - St Austell
St Austell is a bustling market town full of character with lots of local shops and restaurants as well as many leisure facilities including a bowling alley and a cinema. - Crantock
Crantock is a delightful little village full of character and charm. Visitors can relax in its peaceful atmosphere or visit its arts and crafts shops, tea rooms and public houses.
Local attractions
Lost Gardens of Heligan
Explore the 200 acre garden home to some of the lushest vegetation in the country, including the largest collection of fern trees in Europe, thickets of Bamboo and a banana plantation.
Blue Reef Aquarium
Discover the magic of the undersea world through 30 living displays from the dramatic Cornish coastline to the underwater gardens of the Mediterranean.
Screech Owl Sanctuary
The sanctuary is home to over 170 owls which includes 46 different species. Learn about its important work at the education centre, enjoy a lakeside walk or watch impressive falconry displays.
Eden Project
Explore its global gardens and experience the sights and smells of the rainforest in the world’s largest greenhouse.
Newquay Zoo
Home to hundreds of wild animals, set in lush sub-tropical lakeside gardens. Explore the amazing open rainforest exhibit to the beautiful oriental garden.
