Your Big Guide to Newquay

It's almost impossible to arrange a bad weekend in Newquay.

This place is set up for anyone looking for unique adventures and a big night out.

If that sounds like you boys, scroll on and discover everything you need to know about where to stay, what to do and - most importantly - where to party on the main man's big weekend in Cornwall.

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Is Newquay Right for Your Group?

Newquay has an electric nightlife and plenty of activities to take on and conquer.

Being a coastal town, it's best enjoyed when the weather is in a good mood, but there are a lot of options if you don't get lucky with it.

It's a great option if you're looking for a low-key celebration, but this place knows how to party, so if you're looking to go big, it's most definitely got you covered.

The Places in Newquay You Need to Know About

Fore Street

There are plenty of bars and nightclubs on this street, and a load of sports bars and traditional pubs just off it that are ready to welcome you in.

East Street

Time to line your stomachs before pre-drinks. You've got a wide range of restaurants, chain pubs and Irish bars to kickstart that big night out.

The Beachfront

Soak up the sun, enjoy the sea views with an ice-cold pint, and catch some footy at the live sports bars. Stag perfection!

Top 9 Newquay Pubs, Bars & Clubs

The Best Time to Go

Our stats at StagWeb tell us that 55% of stags went to Newquay between May and July in 2023.

This is ideal for 3 reasons:

1. You miss the price increase in the summer holidays
2. You have a buffer before wedding season kicks off
3. You'll start to get some great weather

By all means, go to Newquay whenever works for you, but these months are the peak stag and hen months for sure.

How Long Do People Go For?

63% of stags stayed in Newquay for 3 days and 2 nights.

Whilst this is probably enough for most groups, we'd always recommend staying longer if you can.

For most of the UK, it's quite a drive away, so you're going to want to make the most of it.

Equally, who wouldn't want an extra day or two to lounge around on the beach and enjoy the sun?!

How Soon Do People Book?

According to our end-of-year stats, most of the guys booking for Newquay in 2023 booked 4 months before they were due to go, which is the average for stags.

Four months does give you enough time to get things organised, but we'd still recommend booking earlier if you can.

Newquay is quite a popular destination amongst stag and hens, and it's quite small which means availability is limited.

The early bird catches the worm and the early stag books the best weekend!

Where to Stay in Newquay

From hotels and hostels to cracking stag houses, we've got an awesome range of Newquay stag accommodation right by the town centre.

As these places are in the thick of it, the availability can sometimes be thin, so if you're thinking of booking a stag house, then we suggest you book and pay the deposit early to secure your place.

What to Do in Newquay

With the beach, the nightlife, and over 40 different Newquay stag do ideas for you to choose from, you won't be short of things to do here.

Newquay is all about getting out in that fresh open air (well, when you're not enjoying all the pubs and bars it has to offer), so make sure you've got a packed-out itinerary in the day to keep any boredom at bay.

Things to See in Newquay

Fistral Beach

Newquay's no.1 beach. With clear blue water, beachfront cafés, and one of the UK's best surfing spots, it's a must-visit. A beach beer is one of the finer things in life.

Watergate Beach

Head here for a lively atmosphere. This golden sand beach is where all the action is: beach football, ball games, and a spacious stretch of sand. It's the social hub of Newquay beaches.

Carnewas & Bedruthan Steps

A coastline walk is the mother of all hangover cures. Check out the stunning views to soothe those soreheads and prepare another action-packed day.

How to Get to Newquay...

Take a look at how easy it is to head to Newquay...

Train - Getting the train to Newquay is an absolute breeze. The station is situated in the heart of town, near the beachfront - just hop off and you're there.

Visit Trainline to book your train tickets.

Car - For a lot of stags heading to Newquay, carpooling is a great option. It's quite far from a lot of places in the UK, so it's always good to share the driving.

Check Parkopedia for the nearest car parks in Newquay if your accommodation doesn't have any.

Plane - Cornwall Airport is just 5.6 miles from Newquay town centre, so for those flying, a short taxi ride will have you there in minutes.

Visit the Cornwall Airport website for further info.

Tips On Getting Around Newquay

Walking - Newquay might just be the most walkable stag location you'll ever visit. It's a packed little town where you can hop from beach to bar to accommodation in no time.

Road Train - Newquay's Road Train is a hop-on hop-off service that's great value for money and an easy way to get around quickly.

Taxi - There are multiple taxi companies available, including Newquay Cab (01637 226224) which is a family-run business that has been going for years.