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About Crantock
Situated on the River Gannel's estuary, Crantock beach offers low-tide sand backed by a broad expanse of dunes and low cliffs. It gains shelter from Pentire Point West which makes it idyllic for sunbathers. Good breaks off the rocks at the south end of the beach offer ideal conditions for surfers, it is also a much quieter beach than its near neighbour Newquay.
The ancient Norman parish church of St. Carantoc was restored during the 20th-century. The story of the saint is told in fine stained glass windows, and there is much good woodcarving to be seen.
Crantock village is a haven of picturesque cottages, it has a couple of pubs, an art shop which also sells local crafts, tea-rooms and a restaurant. Visitors can enjoy boat trips, river trips and fishing.
This is a lovely tranquil place with magnificent sea and coastal views, it is an ideal centre for a romantic weekend, or an enjoyable family holiday.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner
Recommended attractions near Crantock
| Blue Reef Aquarium, Newquay | (1.5 miles, 2.5 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Newquay Zoo | (2.1 miles, 3.4 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Callestock Cider Farm | (6.3 miles, 10.1 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Carnewas & Bedruthan Steps | (6.7 miles, 10.7 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| St. Agnes Leisure Park | (7.6 miles, 12.2 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Truro Cathedral | (10.1 miles, 16.3 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Trevose Head Lighthouse | (10.7 miles, 17.3 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Trewithen Gardens | (11.0 miles, 17.7 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Prideaux Place | (12.2 miles, 19.7 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Gwenapp Pit | (12.9 miles, 20.7 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Trelissick Garden | (13.3 miles, 21.4 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Cornish Mines and Engines | (13.5 miles, 21.7 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Carn Brae Castle | (13.9 miles, 22.3 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Tehidy Country Park | (14.3 miles, 23.0 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Lost Gardens of Heligan | (15.2 miles, 24.5 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
All attractions in CrantockAll attractions in CornwallComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Crantock
Holywell, in the county of Cornwall (1.7 miles, 2.7 km, direction SW)
This pretty place is quieter than most on this coastline, it has a golden sandy beach stretching to almost a mile which offers idyllic sun-bathing and swimming conditions.
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Newquay, in the county of Cornwall (1.9 miles, 3.1 km, direction NE)
What a rare blessing Newquay has in its mile upon mile of sheltered, golden beaches that offer a safe haven for sun-worshippers and surfers alike.
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Perranporth, in the county of Cornwall (4.2 miles, 6.7 km, direction SW)
Perranporth has a spectacular golden sandy beach which stretches for about 3 miles along the coast.
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Mawgan Porth, in the county of Cornwall (5.8 miles, 9.3 km, direction NE)
The glorious, almost white sands of Mawgan Porth, matches the creamy tips of the tumbling waves lapping the shore of this lovely coastal resort.
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Trevellas, in the county of Cornwall (6.0 miles, 9.6 km, direction SW)
Lovely coastal region lying at the mouth of Trevellas Coombe, a steep valley with stone built tall chimneys and the shell of a derelict engine house still standing as evocative reminders of the old Blue Hills Tin Mine.
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St Agnes, in the county of Cornwall (7.3 miles, 11.7 km, direction SW)
Once one of the centers of the cornish tin mining industry, St Agnes is steeped in mining history, with many old engine houses to...
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St Eval, in the county of Cornwall (7.5 miles, 12.1 km, direction NE)
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Porthcothan, in the county of Cornwall (8.4 miles, 13.6 km, direction NE)
Wildlife, wild plants, flowers, and winding lanes are typical of this part of Cornwall where Porthcothan beach is backed by an area of low dunes.
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Truro, a Historic Market Town in the county of Cornwall (9.8 miles, 15.8 km, direction S)
Truro, today is Cornwall's unofficial capital and adminstrative centre but in the Middle Ages Truro was one of the towns which controlled Cornwall's flourishing tin mining industry.
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Constantine Bay, in the county of Cornwall (10.0 miles, 16.2 km, direction NE)
Constantine Bay lies south of Padstow, and just a short distance from Trevose Head.
Here visitors will find a marvellous...
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Padstow, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (12.2 miles, 19.7 km, direction NE)
Padstow has become a phenomenon of the latter half of the 20th-century when Chef, Rick Stein, together with his endearing little dog, Chalky first burst upon our T.V. screens following the opening of his famous "Seafood Restaurant" which has since become a Mecca for fish and seafood lovers from all over the country and Europe.
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Portreath, in the county of Cornwall (12.4 miles, 20.0 km, direction SW)
Portreath lies on Cornwall's magnificent North-western coast, it occupies a picture-postcard valley setting of woods, streams and fine rural meadow-land, with its crowning glory being the beach lying beneath rugged cliffs topped with springy turf and heathers.
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Redruth, in the county of Cornwall (12.7 miles, 20.4 km, direction SW)
Redruth was formerly the capital of the largest and richest metal mining area in Britain.
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Rock, in the county of Cornwall (13.5 miles, 21.7 km, direction NE)
Rock is known to have been visited by at least one Royal Prince.
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Pool, in the county of Cornwall (13.9 miles, 22.3 km, direction SW)
Pool is situated between Cambourne and Redruth in an area that was once the centre of Cornwall's prosperous tin mining industry.
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All towns in CornwallComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Newquay Station | (1.7 miles, 2.7 km, direction NE) |
| Quintrel Downs Station | (3.5 miles, 5.6 km, direction E) |
| Newquay (Cornwall) Airport | (5.5 miles, 8.8 km, direction NE) |
| Plymouth City Airport | (44.2 miles, 71.1 km, direction E) |
| M5 Junction 31 | (72.9 miles, 117.3 km, direction E) |
| M5 Junction 30 | (75.7 miles, 121.8 km, direction E) |
| Crantock to London | (230.6 miles, 371.1 km, direction E) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Crantock
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Crantock center |
| Ravensbury Hotel | (0.8 miles, 1.2 km) |
| The Esplanade Hotel | (0.8 miles, 1.4 km) |
| The Bay Hotel | (0.8 miles, 1.4 km) |
| Trethorne Hotel | (1.2 miles, 1.9 km, direction NE) |
| The Glendeveor | (1.2 miles, 2.0 km, direction NE) |
| Lowenva Hotel | (1.3 miles, 2.1 km, direction NE) |
| Quies Hotel | (1.3 miles, 2.1 km, direction NE) |
| The Trevone Hotel | (1.4 miles, 2.2 km, direction NE) |
| Lynton Hotel | (1.5 miles, 2.4 km, direction NE) |
| Tregella Hotel | (1.6 miles, 2.6 km, direction NE) |
| All hotels in Crantock |
