Description
Newquay is Cornwall's premier holiday resort boasting some of the finest coastline and beaches in Europe. Although well known as Britain's surfing capital, there are many other activities and the surrounding countryside has an endless wealth of fascinating places to visit. The town is an ancient one - the "new quay" from which it takes its name dates from the early fifteenth century! The heart of the town is the old harbour but it spreads along the cliff tops which stand behind the eleven magnificent sandy beaches. Newquay offers wonderful cliff and beach walks, a picturesque harbour to explore and the variety of activities one associates with such a major resort, including swimming pools, golf, putting, squash, tennis, bowls, boating, shark fishing and horse riding. There are also the atmospheric smugglers' pubs which are a living reminder of the more colourful side of Cornwall's history!
Itinerary
Full Day Excursion to Eden Project
Today takes us to one of the wonders of the modern world - the magnificent Eden Project. With its fantastic architecture and amazing collection of plants from around the world, it is an experience never to be forgotten. (Admission to Eden Project included in the tour cost).
Full Day Excursion to Truro and Falmouth
Today takes us to the south coast of Cornwall. Stopping in the morning at Truro, administrative centre of this part of the county, with its famous neo-gothic cathedral. We continue on to Falmouth, with its ever changing harbour and historic castle, built by Henry VIII.
Half Day Excursion to Padstow
Padstow is a charming fishing village on the Camel Estuary, in the area of Cornwall made well known by the late poet laureate, John Betjeman.
Venue Information
Eliot Hotel
Very well situated close to Great Western and Tolcarne beaches only a few yards from the sea front and within easy walking distance of the shops and harbour. All 76 bedrooms are centrally heated with bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, radio, tea/coffee making facilities and TV. There are three lovely airy lounges in which to relax, plus a cocktail bar and dance floor where entertainment is provided most evenings. There is also a games room and outdoor swimming pool (heated May – September). The lift serves most rooms although all floors (including ground floor) are split level with some intermediate stairs. Large car park. Tel: 01637 878177 A Leisureplex Hotel