Diving and Surfing in Cornwall

Cornwall is fast being recognised as one of the premier diving and surfing locations within the UK. This is due to multiple good beach resorts such as Newquay, Bude and Perranporth to name a few. Cornwall also has a huge stretch of coastline - measuring nearly 300 miles it is the longest possessed by any English county. This means that Cornwall as a diving location has naturally evolved and now offers excellent prospects for those wanting to dive as well as surf.

Diving facilities within Cornwall are first class. There are several British Sub Aqua Club (BSAC) branches spread all around Cornwall. The following locations all have major dive operators present:

• St Ives
• Hayle
• Looe
• Falmouth
• Penzance
• St Keverne

Dive boats are also available, notably in Newquay.

The months of July to October are by far the best months to go diving and it is possible to see sharks, whales and dolphins during these peak times.

A lot of surfing takes place between October to June (low season) where the temperature can vary from 6 to 17 degrees Celcius (42 to 63 degrees Farenheit).

Newquay is also highly popular with surfers - in fact Newquay Fistral and Watergate Bay hold international surfing championships each year, where surfers from all corners of the globe come to participate.

It is possible to hire out surfing equipment as required including boards and wetsuits. Novice surfers can head to Towan or Tolcarne as the beaches here are somewhat more sheltered and allow a safer place for amateurs and beginners to practice their surfing. Local surf schools provide tuition and it is also possible to book surf holidays if you intend to spend a lot of time on the board!

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