If you are on holiday anywhere between Newquay and Trevose Head in Cornwall, you have to visit many of the beaches in the area.

My favorite is Constantine Bay. Only 1/2 mile from the Treyarnon Bay Youth Hostel. A massive expanse of beach well over 1km length. A favorite with surfers and Sun-seekers alike. Because of the immense size of the sand, you can have a whole area all to yourself. It is also a hit with celebrities. In 2000, I saw Vidal Sasson sat only a few yards away from me.

One point is it is not very sheltered from the Sun so pack some sun screen.

The next bay along at Treyarnon is a great place to view a sunset in Summer. If you are at the Youth Hostel, you can't miss it.

Porthcothan and Watergate Bays both have hotels and are very popular with tourists. The parking as also a lot easier than at Constantine.

There are many great beaches in Newquay catering for every need. Tolcarne Bay and Fistral Beach are the most popular all year around.