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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April Swim Break
Have you ever wanted to perfect your front crawl, and swim smoother, faster, and further with more confidence?
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Porthleven Food Festival
A free, three-day culinary celebration in Porthleven harbour. This award-winning food festival showcases local producers, chef demonstrations, live music, family activities, and evening events across the town throughout the weekend. You can catch our very own executive head chef, Chris Eden, demo on stage at 2pm on Saturday 3 May.
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Paws on the Beach dog show
Paws on the Beach, a family day of canine celebrations from RSPCA Cornwall, supported by Watergate Bay. Win prizes for dog classes, agility and best in show, all with a small donation to the RSPCA Cornwall Branch.
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Cocker Spaniel meet up 2025
After the success of the last four years, Cornish Ramblings is excited to be back at Watergate Bay beach for the 2025 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.
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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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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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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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Wave Project's summer surf sessions
Our free Summer Surf Sessions return to Watergate Bay. The Wave Project is an incredible charity dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of young people through the power of surf therapy.
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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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