The little
hamlet of Mawgan Porth
is in a deep green valley on the coastal road mid way
between
Newquay and
Padstow. It is conveniently situated for
the
Newquay Airport
which is ony a short drive away. The little village is not
over commercialised having a small supermarket, places of
refreshment including a very good pub that is more or less
on the beach.
There is a variety of
accommodation in Mawgan Porth
and the surrounding area.
Bed and breakfast accommodation in Mawgan Porth
are few in number. There is a variety of
self catering in Mawgan Porth
including a caravan park and a holiday park with chalets.
There is a local
pitch and putt, crazy golf and nearby there are riding
stables and a golf course.
Mawgan Porth
is on a direct bus route to Newquay for those requiring a
more hectic night life.
The beach is
fine sand backed small sand dunes. Like all beaches in the
Newquay area, good surfing can be enjoyed when conditions
are favourable. The beach has a blue flag status.
Services
include:
Car Park,
refreshements, toilets, lifeguard service in the summer
months.
Dogs are
permitted.