What’s on at Watergate Bay
There's always something happening at Watergate Bay and nearby. From Pilates, yoga and swim active breaks, to surfing competitions, music festivals, silent disco beach yoga and events on the sand. We've gathered all our upcoming events taking place in Watergate Bay and the very best events taking place nearby.
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English National Surfing Championships
Excitingly, for the first time in the event’s history, the U12 and U14 shortboarders will compete under priority rules, at an event on May 17 & 18 at Watergate Bay. This change is a pivotal step for young athletes preparing to represent Team England on the world stage.
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May Skybar
Skybar's apres-sea club nights are back on the cliffs of Watergate Bay, overlooking the beach below.
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UK Surfboat competition
Watch the exhilarating sport of UK Surfboat racing right on the beach at Watergate Bay. Inspired by the Australian tradition of racing surf rescue boats, the oar-powered surfboats will compete in a series of short, intense races which see crews first battle out through the incoming waves, then attempt to surf the breaking waves back to the beach. This high adrenaline competition returns to the Bay for the first time in ten years. Races start at 5.30pm.
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Artist in residence: Sonia Shomalzadeh
Sand artist, Sonia Shomalzadeh joins us to celebrate the ocean’s giants on the sands, in celebration of World Oceans Day.
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WILD on the Beach
WILD comes to Watergate Bay – a high-energy dance-circus performance on the beach, followed by an evening Summer Social with a silent disco and street food.
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Newquay Food Festival
July 2025 welcomes the first ever Newquay Food Festival. Showcasing the best of Cornwall’s food, drink, and creative community. The festival takes place at Killacourt which offers panoramic views of the coastline and beaches below. Expect local food traders, and live fire-cooking demos, to live music, artisan stalls, and a vibrant festival atmosphere.
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The King and Queen of the Bay: Beach Volleyball championships
Who will be crowned the King and Queen of the Bay? Some of the best players in Britain will be competing, alongside free coaching sessions. Head down to Watergate Bay for this free spectator event on the sand.
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Boardmasters Music Festival
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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Watergate Bay Sprint
The Watergate Bay Sprint returns in for 2025, with hundreds of cars competing against the clock for the best time.
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Cocker Spaniel meet up 2025
After the success of the last four years, Cornish Ramblings return to Watergate Bay beach for two events in 2025 for the Cocker Spaniel meet-up. 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. The first event took place on 10 May with the second instalment coming to the beach on 21 September.
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October Pilates break
Practice Pilates by the sea with Marina Huxley, a qualified body control Pilates teacher. Improve your posture, flexibility, co-ordination and core strength with one of our Pilates breaks.
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October yoga break
Clear your mind with a three-day break led by Gemma Bolger. Tailored for all experience levels, delve into the essence of yoga, its multiple benefits for health and wellbeing, plus how to adapt and utilise yoga to suit your body and lifestyle.
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