Newquay

Britain's most famous surf beach, a wide sweep of golden Atlantic sand on the Pentire side. Dogs allowed year-round; watch the powerful surf and rip currents.

A glorious National Trust beach of pale sand, dunes and the turquoise Gannel estuary just west of town. Dog-friendly year-round; mind the fast Gannel tide.

Two miles of open Atlantic sand north-east of town, entirely dog-friendly year-round. The vast low-tide expanse gives dogs room to run for miles.

The historic working harbour below the town, ringed by dog-friendly pubs. Its small beach is dog-friendly year-round and it is the departure point for the boat trips.

Dramatic clifftop walking around Towan and Pentire heads with huge Atlantic views. Open to dogs year-round; lead up near the cliff edges and livestock.

A beautiful tidal estuary separating Newquay from Crantock, with sandy banks and footpaths. Open to dogs year-round; watch the fast incoming tide.