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Loved for its vast expanse of sand and excellent surfing conditions, dog-friendly Mawgan Porth is one of North Cornwall’s most-loved destinations. Those seeking adventure can embark on breath-taking coastal walks from Mawgan Porth to Newquay, while staying closer to home will reward you with surf lessons, restaurants, and spectacular places to stay near Mawgan Porth Beach. To help with your holiday itinerary, we’ve rounded up our top five recommendations for what to do in Mawgan Porth.
Use the page links below to navigate the blog post: • Enjoy Mawgan Porth Beach • Dine at Mawgan Porth's best restaurants • Spa days in Mawgan Porth • Watersports on Mawgan Porth Beach • Walk the South West Coast Path • On rainy days • Places to stay in Mawgan Porth
With soft sands, endless rock pools and impeccable surf, Mawgan Porth Beach is one of the county’s most popular dog-friendly beaches. Low tide reveals a large expanse of sand, perfect for shellseekers and marine life explorers, while high tide promises perfect conditions for surfers and bodyboarders. Access onto the beach is flat, but there are sand wheelchairs available from Betty’s News and Kingsurf Surf School for those who need them.
Betty’s Surf Shop sits on the edge of the bay and provides suit and board hire, as well as deckchairs and parasols for sunny days. Find a spot on the sand to soak up the rays, with refreshments on standby from the handful of Mawgan Porth shops, cafés and delis that frame the entrance to the beach. If you're looking for fish and chips in Mawgan Porth, head to Blue Fish Bar.
Beach Box Mawgan Porth offers toasted sandwiches, cakes and smoothies, but if an al fresco picnic is on the cards, head into Cornish Fresh for artisan loaves, local cheeses and salad bowls.
© Left: Ogo at Bedruthan. Right: Scarlet
Loved for decadent seafood menus and fine dining restaurants, Mawgan Porth delivers when it comes to dining out. Having opened its doors in 2024, Ogo at Bedruthan is proving popular. The menu showcases the very best local produce with one fish, meat or veg dish to choose from per course. They keep their options simple, allowing the menu to change daily depending on what’s in season and in the fishermen’s catch. Expect vibrant, beautifully presented dishes.
Sitting on the water’s edge is Catch Mawgan Porth, making it a lovely spot for post-dip suppers. Arguably the town's most recognisable restaurant, it's located footsteps from the beach and enjoys an ocean lookout from the terrace. Family and dog-friendly, it’s a go-to for fresh fish dishes and wood-fired pizzas after days spent in the sun.
If it's classic pub food you're looking for, try the Merrymoor Inn Mawgan Porth. It's directly opposite the beach and open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. You'll find outdoor tables for sunny days, and can book ahead online if you know you plan to visit.
And if you’re looking for something a touch more sophisticated, head to the Scarlet Hotel Mawgan Porth for an adults-only dining experience. Enjoying an elevated position above the beach, it's great for wave-watching and sunset viewing. The menu changes seasonally, but highlights include John Dory in champagne butter, and venison served alongside black truffle. A favourite of our team, we also recommend stopping by for one of their famous afternoon teas. Sit on the balcony and while away the hours over pots of Earl Grey and sweet patisseries.
© Scarlet
There’s nothing like spending the day at the spa to relax and destress, and Mawgan Porth has three to choose from. For groups of friends and families, we recommend heading to Bedruthan Hotel Mawgan Porth. The outdoor spa facilities are second-to-none, with a heated pool, wood-fired saunas and bubbling hot tubs. Allow little ones to splash in the pool as you make your away around the sensory spa garden, taking in the sea views as you go. If you’d prefer to escape for a treatment instead, they offer massage, facials and hammam.
For couples, make a spa reservation at the Scarlet Hotel Mawgan Porth. Undeniably romantic, their spa sits amongst the clifftop and overlooks Mawgan Porth’s beach. A natural pool invites heavenly swims between the reeds, while a hot tub and wood-fired sauna encapsulate the ritual of Nordic bathing. Find the perfect spa day to suit you, with options including bathing experiences, shared rhassoul, afternoon tea and guided meditation.
We'd also recommend trying out The Wildwood Spa Mawgan Porth. Set amongst an enchanting woodland, it's home to ice baths, saunas, and wood-fired hot tubs. You'll find it a short walk from Mawgan Porth Beach and a five-minute drive from Cornwall Airport Newquay.
We’d also recommend the Aqua Club in nearby Newquay. Sitting in the grounds of the historic Headland Hotel, there are five pools in total as well as a sauna and sea-view terrace. It's perfect for laid back summertime sessions with heated outdoor pools and sun loungers overlooking Fistral Beach. Sip cocktails and stay for a Mediterranean-inspired lunch at The Deck.
Alternatively, our spa-like home Red Cove in Mawgan Porth comes complete with everything needed for a dose of relaxation. From morning lengths in the outdoor pool to soaks in the bubbling hot tub and sessions in the sea-view sauna, it's the perfect place to unwind and ground yourself amongst nature. Feeling extra indulgent? Our Concierge team can arrange a massage therapist or beautician to complete your home spa experience.
© Newquay Activity Centre
Whether it's surfing, kayaking or coasteering, there's an abundance of activities to get you out on the water. Kingsurf Mawgan Porth have been delivering surf lessons at Mawgan Porth Beach for nearly 30 years so always come highly recommended by our guests. They adapt their lessons depending on age and experience, so little ones will love their first taste of the waves while adults can perfect their technique. They also offer coasteering which is great for older children and teenagers. Following a series of cliff jumps and cave swims, the tour lasts around an hour and is well-suited to thrill-seekers.
Newquay Activity Centre also offer a range of experiences to suit your group. Alongside surf lessons and coasteering, you could try a gentle kayaking tour, paddleboarding and snorkelling. From their base in the centre of Newquay, the expert instructors provide suits, boots and all the equipment ready for your adventure. Depending on your booking, you may begin by exploring the shallow nooks of the Old Lifeboat House or by paddling out along the Gannel. If you’d prefer to explore at a more leisurely pace, hire everything you need from the centre - from wetsuits and boards to fins and kayaks.
Renowned for its incredible ocean vistas, this stretch of coastline is best seen to be believed. Weaving past National Trust sites and hidden coves, the pathway promises great wildlife-watching opportunities and idyllic picnic spots. At low tide, Watergate Bay is truly breath-taking. Continue your route along the sand and allow dogs to run the distance to the water’s edge or head into one of the beach’s cafés for lunch with a view.
You can vary the distance depending on your walking style, but continuing the route from Mawgan Porth to Newquay provides plenty of opportunities for beach-hopping and seafood lunching. Peppered by several stretches of sand, you can choose to rest your legs at Porth, Lusty Glaze, Tolcarne, Great Western or even go as far as surfer's paradise, Fistral.
Food-wise, be sure to stop off at Newquay Harbour. There are pubs and cafés dotted along your route, but The Boathouse provides hungry walkers with an array of foodie pop-ups to choose from. Expect delicious steamed mussels, stone-baked pizzas, zesty fish tacos and Cornish ice cream on offer from the summertime vendors.
Sheltered from the incoming surf, the harbour also provides idyllic conditions for swimming and paddling paws. Seals have also been known to pop their heads above the harbour’s waters, while Porth is the place for spotting choughs and nesting fulmars. If your walk takes you into the early evening, catch one of the north coast’s incredible sunsets as you follow the path back to Mawgan Porth where the comfort of your holiday home promises to soothe weary limbs.
Although we like to think the sun is shining year-round in Cornwall, we know rainy day activities are high on the list when it comes to back-up plans. In Mawgan Porth itself, Bedruthan’s sea-view lounge provides a cosy hideaway on drizzly days. Hosting "crafternoons" and home to its very own soft play area, an afternoon spent here will be cherished by little ones.
Also not too far away is Atlantic Lanes bowling alley, and in nearby Newquay you’ll find Blue Reef Aquarium, Newquay Zoo, Lappa Valley and Pirate’s Quest Adventure Golf – perfect for keeping everyone entertained, no matter the weather.
Left to right: Panorama, The Hideout, The Lookout, Prennek House, Red Cove and Trevenek.
Our luxury Mawgan Porth accomodation options all have beautiful sea views, and come complete with swimming pools, hot tubs or games rooms. Whether it’s an architectural gem like Red Cove or Panorama that takes your fancy, or a family-friendly escape like Headlands or Owls, we have nine exquisite beach houses to choose from while self catering in North Cornwall.
Experts when it comes to Mawgan Porth holidays, our Concierge team will be on hand to curate a tailored itinerary for you. It could be arranging surf lessons for the whole family or a private chef for a celebratory meal, we’re on hand to ensure your holiday is a memorable one. Contact us on info@perfectstays.co.uk or 01208 895 570 to find out more.
Image credits: © Ogo | © Scarlet | © Newquay Activity Centre | All other images are our own.
This contemporary north coast gem is ideal for group holidays with family and friends. Featuring an ocean-view hot tub and toasty wood burner, it affords breath-taking vistas over Mawgan Porth Beach below. Children will love the playful bunk room while the adults enjoy a drink on the sweeping terrace.
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Showcasing a love of reclaimed and repurposed materials, this sea-view beach house was designed with an eco-inspired twist. Its open plan layout, striking colour scheme and designer touches celebrate the best creators in the South West. Complete with a ground floor bedroom and a large wraparound garden, it’s ideal for multi-generational stays.
Boasting unparalleled views over Mawgan Porth Beach, Trevenek is an architecturally stunning amalgamation of Cornish stone, cool grey slate and sleek glass. Imagine days spent wandering the coast path or hitting the waves, followed by evenings on the balcony watching the sunset.
Distinctive, bold and playful, The Hideout is a completely unique family home with views over Mawgan Porth. Guaranteed to surprise and delight, there’s an underground games room, cinema, ‘hidden’ bath and indoor climbing wall and slide. Sleeping up to nine guests, explore North Cornwall by day and retreat to the luxurious hot tub by night.
A few minutes’ stroll from the beach, Headlands enjoys sprawling sea views and a large wraparound deck. Featuring four characterful bedrooms, peel open the bi-fold doors and let the light pour in on sunny days, or soak up the views from the hot tub. With Mawgan Porth Beach within easy reach, it becomes a haven for dog-friendly breaks and family adventures.
Panorama encapsulates the true luxury of holidaying in Cornwall: morning dips in the heated infinity pool, lunches served al fresco on the terrace, and evenings spent in the sunken spa pool. Dog-friendly and blending far-reaching ocean views with modern coastal interiors, find yourself within a 20 minute walk of Mawgan Porth Beach.
Perched above Mawgan Porth’s ever-changing tides, Owls is a contemporary coastal haven with a stunning ocean backdrop. Designed by Sprout Architects, this dog-friendly retreat features a soothing hot tub, sea-view living and minimalist interiors. There are four ground floor bedrooms, with three opening directly onto the terrace. The gate at the bottom of the garden leads to a scenic 20 minute walk to the beach and with surf schools, shoreline restaurants and endless coast paths within walking distance, you can easily hang up the car keys.
Exceptional in design and concept, Red Cove delivers when it comes to luxury living. From its majestic views sweeping over the Atlantic coast to its outdoor spa and natural garden, this is where you’ll discover what it means to truly switch off. Brainchild of Rundell Associates, this clifftop property blends into its surroundings and offers accommodation for up to 12 guests.
