Seals at the Bay: safe encounters
As part of our conservation work two marine mammal medics share their expert insights on Cornwall's grey seals, and how small actions can help keep them (and you) safe.
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What to do during your stay
A selection of things to do at Watergate Bay including walking routes, cycling, family-friendly activities, where to eat, surf and wild swim.
The hotel
Beach walks, a choice of restaurants, hot tub with a view, surf in the waves. Kids' Zone activities, barbecues and beach rambling.
Swimming spots
Dip into our Atlantic facing infinity pool in Swim Club, or venture further to seek out tidal pools, sheltered bays, and geothermal pools.
Walks
Discover beach, coast path and woodland walks near Watergate Bay and further afield.
Surfing lessons
Explore surfing lessons, equipment hire and book a session with the Extreme Academy surf school right on the beach.
Restaurants
Explore our top restaurant choices in north Cornwall, freshly caught seafood, alfresco dining and locally sourced produce.
Cycle trails
Woodlands and coast paths, traffic-free cycle routes all within a 30-minute drive.
Dog friendly beaches
Watergate Bay is dog-friendly all year round, but there are lots of other dog friendly beaches on the north coast of Cornwall.
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Tideline: clearing microplastics at the Bay
We’re used to marvelling at treasures washed in by the Atlantic, but increasingly, the tide brings microplastics that gather along the shoreline. That’s why we’ve teamed up with Nurdle UK to help clear the Bay.
Read moreTrue spirit: Daisy Hillier and Chloe Gillatt
From refreshing flavours to the power of love language, to doing pockets of good where it counts, Daisy Hillier and Chloe Gillatt knew the sort of spirits they wanted to make when they started the now award-winning Cornish craft distillers Loveday Distilling. And the sort of company they wanted to run.
Read moreInternational Women's Day
We meet a handful of Watergate women to celebrate International Women's Day
Read moreMeet: Florist Emily Talling
Each week, Emily Talling fills The Living Space with colour, scent and spirit with her homegrown flowers. We catch up with her to talk all things seasonal.
Read moreSwim break experience at Watergate Bay
Lorraine Candy shares her experience of the Swim Break with Salim Ahmed at Watergate Bay.
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