November Swim break
Nov 14 - 16
Have you ever wanted to perfect your front crawl, and swim smoother, faster, and further with more confidence?
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Boardmasters Festival in Cornwall
From 6-10 August 2025, along the cliff path from Watergate Bay, you'll find the UK's biggest surf and music festival.
Boardmasters is back for 2025 and bigger than ever.
The festival first started as a surf competition in 1981, and with Newquay being home to some of the UK's best waves, the tradition has carried on to 2022. You can find all surf events happening over on Fistral beach.
A shuttle will be running from Watergate Bay to Fistral, so those visiting the main festival, can head over from the campsite to take part in everything going on.
Everyone is welcome to watch the pro's battle it out to win the Boardmasters trophy and to soak up the good vibes. All competitions are free for spectators to watch.
Competition categories
The Quicksilver Open
The Roxy Open
Men's Longboard pro
Women's Longboard pro
Tickets are still available from the Boardmasters website, including day tickets and camping. But act fast, tickets are selling out by the day.
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Skate by the Sea, Watergate Bay
Nov 17 - 11
This winter, we're bringing a 360-square-meter ice rink to Watergate Bay for the very first time.
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Dec 04 - 07
Executive head chef of Watergate Bay Hotel Chris Eden brings a demonstration to Padstow Christmas Fayre on Friday 5 December, showcasing his expertise and mastered craft.
Read moreDecember Swim break
Dec 05 - 07
Have you ever wanted to perfect your front crawl, and swim smoother, faster, and further with more confidence?
Read moreCocker Spaniel meet up 2026
May 10 - 10
After the success of the last four years, Cornish Ramblings return to Watergate Bay beach for the Cocker Spaniel meet-up 2026. In an attempt to get as many of your beloved dogs in one place at the same time, Cornish Ramblings is calling on all Cocker Spaniel owners.
Read moreBoardmasters Music Festival 2026
Aug 05 - 09
A five day combination of surfing, wellness and live music over a series of stages on the cliff tops of Watergate Bay.
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