Newquay Parking: Everything You Need to Know

Newquay is popular among beach lovers and surfers on the north coast of Cornwall. The Atlantic Ocean gives surfers great waves to ride on, while other visitors enjoy the beautiful Newquay beaches and facilities. Newquay is likely to have something for you. You should learn what parking in Newquay is like ahead of time.

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Newquay Parking

Cornwall Council’s Countywide Rover Tickets might be a good investment if you embark on a Cornwall Road Trip. A 7-day pass costs £49.24, allowing you to park in most Council-owned car parks except Truro. The pass is also effective immediately after your purchase, so parking legally in any car park is a breeze. You don’t need to display anything on your windscreen. Parking in Newquay can’t get any easier than that.

But if you’re only in town for a day, you’re better off paying the car park’s daily tariff. Remember that blue badge holders registered with Cornwall Council get free parking at any council-owned car park in Newquay. Additionally, all council-owned Newquay town parking is free from 4 pm to 9 am; otherwise, it’ll cost £1.70 per hour or £8.70 for the entire day. Parking from November to March has lower rates.

With those out of the way, here’s some information about Newquay parking to help you prepare and save time.

Newquay, Cornwall Postcode

Here’s how you can find Newquay with your Sat Nav:

• Postcode: mostly TR7, but the outskirts may use TR8
• Grid Reference: SW 81122 61623 or SW811616

Newquay Town Centre Parking

If you’re going to Newquay with kids, you want to be as close to the centre as possible. Family-friendly Newquay sites like Newquay Zoo are right at the town’s heart. Here’s where you can find parking in Newquay Zoo or other town centre sights:

The Manor, TR7 1BD

Manor Car Park Newquay is a council-owned long-stay car park that’s a pay-on-exit facility. It has 246 available spaces, and you can pay using cash, contactless, or through your phone. A height restriction of 2.75 metres is in place, and only vehicles up to 3,500 kilograms can park. Sleeping and overnight camping are not allowed. 

Parking at Manor Road Car Park Newquay from November to March only costs £1.50 for the entire day.

Mount Wise, TR7 2FG

One of the numerous council-owned long stay parking in Newquay, Mount Wise has 173 car and motorcycle spaces. There is no height restriction in place, but there’s a weight restriction of 3,500 kilograms. If you’re parking here from November to March, it’ll only cost you £1.20.

Saint George’s Road, TR7 1RE

A pay-on-exit Newquay town car park owned by Cornwall Council with 95 car and motorcycle spaces. No height restriction exists, but your vehicle must be 3,500 kilograms or lower. The parking rate from November to March is only £1.20 per session.

Trenance Newquay Parking, TR7 2LZ

With 820 parking spaces, Cornwall Council’s Trenance car park is one of the best parking in Newquay. It’s right across the street from Newquay Zoo and is only a short walk to Trenance Holiday Park. It’s also just a few minutes away from the beach and town centre.

The car park is mainly tarmac, but it has an extensive area on grass that’s closed from 8 pm to 8 am. The rest of the car park is open 24 hours, with no height and weight restrictions for cars, motorcycles, and coaches. Campers can also stay in Trenance from 11 pm to 8 am.

Newquay Beach Parking

No trip to Newquay is complete without a visit to the beach. Newquay beach Parking between November and March is either free or heavily discounted. Council-owned Newquay beach parking is free from 4 pm to 9 am; otherwise, you’ll have to pay the relatively cheap hourly or daily tariffs. 

If you’re here primarily to enjoy the waters, you’ll need information about Newquay beach car parks.

Harbour, TR7 1HR

Harbour is a relatively small car park compared to other parking near Newquay Beach. It only has 31 spaces, with the usual weight restriction of 3,500 kilograms. It’ll cost you £1.60 per hour or £8.30 for the entire day if you’re here from late March to October.

Fistral Beach, TR7 1HY

Fistral Beach Newquay parking is excellent for those wanting to access Fistral Beach as soon as they get out of their car. This pay and display parking with 200 spaces charges £2.20 per hour or £15 for the entire day. This private car park is open every day from 8 am to midnight, and no parking is allowed from midnight to 4 am.

If you decide to park here, keep in mind that you have 10 minutes to pay as soon as you enter, regardless of whether you’ve found a spot or not. Missing this 10-minute window will result in a £60 fine later.

Belmont, TR7 1HG

Belmont car park Newquay is another council-owned car park with 94 spaces. There is a height restriction of 2 metres and a weight limit of 3,500 kilograms. Hourly parking from April to October is £1.70 or £8.70 for the entire day. There is a height restriction of 2 metres and a weight limit of 3,500 kilograms.

Dane Road, TR7 1HL

Offering 140 spaces, Cornwall Council’s Dane Road car park charges £1.70 per hour or £8.70 for the entire day from April to October. And just like in Belmont car park, Dane Road has a height restriction of 2 metres and a 3,500-kilogram weight limit.

Watergate Bay Beach, TR8 4AY

This privately owned car park has 150 spaces for £1.50 per hour or £7 for 21 hours. The maximum parking time allowed is 21 hours, with a height restriction of 2.5 metres. Though a bit further out from Newquay town centre, this car park gives you easy access to Watergate Bay.

Watergate Bay Newquay Parking, TR8 4AB

Not to be confused with the previous entry, this is a council-owned car park with 400 spaces. Parking is also cheaper at £1.70 per hour or £8.70 for 24 hours from April to October. There are no height or weight restrictions here. It’s closer to Newquay Airport than the town centre, so this is a good option if you’re flying in and renting a car for your holiday.

Towan Headland, TR7 1HN

Towan Headland is another car park that offers long-term parking in Newquay. Only cars and motorcycles weighing less than 3,500 kilograms can park here. The council charges £1.70 per hour or £8.70 for 24 hours from April to October.

Town View, TR7 1HL

If the Newquay Harbour car park or Dane Road car park are both full, then the privately-owned Town View car park might be an option. There are only 44 spaces available, and it costs £2 per hour or £35 for 24 hours. It’s quite pricey compared to the other options, but it keeps you within walking distance of Harbour beach.

Other Car Parks in Newquay

If you’re visiting to get an equal dose of sightseeing and beach combing, here are some other options for parking in Newquay.

Newquay Station, TR7 2NF

Newquay Station car park only has 45 spaces, but it’s close to Great Western and Tolcarne beaches. It’s also within reasonable walking distance to Newquay Zoo.

APCOA, the private firm that owns this car park, charges £2.20 per hour or £12 for the entire day. This car park is pay and display, and there are no height or weight restrictions.

Holy Trinity Church, TR7 1LS

Even the church is lending its parking facilities to those who need parking in Newquay. The car park is open from 8 am to 10 pm on Monday to Sunday. With 68 spaces, ParkingEye will charge you £1.50 per hour or £8 for the entire day.

Tower Road, TR7 1LS

Tower Road Car Park Newquay by Smart Parking has 185 spaces. Located near Newquay Golf Course and Harbour Beach, it’ll cost you £2.10 per hour or £8.50 for five hours. However, leaving your car here from 8 am to 6 pm is only £9.50, or £11.20 until 11 pm.

South Fistral, TR7 1QJ

If you’re searching for an Atlantic Road car park in Newquay, then the South Fistral car park is for you. Owned by the Newquay Town Council, this car park offers 250 spaces for £1 per hour or £6.40 for the entire day. During the winter months, parking is only £1 regardless of how long you stay. A height restriction of 1.83 metres is in place.

St Georges Road, TR7 1RE

Cornwall Council’s St Georges Road Car Park Newquay has 95 parking spaces available for £1.70 per hour or £8.70 for 24 hours. Parking is free from 4 pm to 9 am, and during the winter months, it only costs £1.20 to park, regardless of the length. Only cars and motorcycles less than 3,500 kilograms are allowed.

Tregunnel Hill, TR7 1TS

If you don’t mind a bit of a walk in exchange for nearly guaranteed parking, then the council-owned Tregunnel Car Park Newquay is for you. Located on the south side of town, it has 508 spaces for £1.70 per hour or £8.70 for 24 hours. Coaches and lorries can also park here for £1.60 per hour or £10.40 for the entire day. Parking from 4 pm to 9 am will not incur any charges.

Albany Road, TR7 2NQ

Don’t feel like paying the higher rates at Newquay Station car park? Albany Road Car Park Newquay can try to accommodate you with one of its 31 spaces. The usual £1.70 per hour or £8.70 for 24 hours during the summer months applies here, and you can enjoy free parking from 4 pm to 9 am or during the winter months.

Free Parking Newquay

Several council-owned car parks, such as Belmont Car Park or Watergate Bay, offer Newquay parking free during the winter months. Don’t forget that parking in council car parks from 4 pm onwards is also free if you don’t sleep in your vehicle.

The Headland Hotel at the northwest corner of town also offers its guests free parking in Newquay. It’s only a 10-minute walk to Fistral or Harbour beach, so it’s worth considering if you have a few days in Newquay.

Long Stay Parking in Newquay

There isn’t a shortage of long-stay parking in Newquay. In fact, all of the council-owned car parks we’ve listed are long-stay car parks. The only short-stay car park in Newquay owned by the council is in Fore Street. If you’re visiting Newquay for more than three hours, don’t park there.

Parking Near Newquay

Can’t find the best place to park in Newquay? Not to worry, Newquay has excellent bus links. Newquay Cornwall Airport, for example, has 510 spaces in total between their east and west car parks. If you want to double-dip with your beach experience, Perranporth and Holywell are likely destinations. Do you feel like going further inland? Why not experience the charming city of Truro first, then take the bus to Newquay for a quick swim on the beach?

Using JustPark in Newquay

Why not take the guesswork out of parking in Newquay and pre-book your parking spot? With JustPark on mobile or browser, you can do just that. Find and reserve parking spaces or driveways in advance, or use the app to pay for your spot before you even get out of your car. Even Cornwall Council-owned car parks are compatible with JustPark, with a measly 10p transaction fee. 

Holiday Cottages with Parking in Newquay

If you want to enjoy Newquay to its fullest, then booking a holiday cottage is the way to go. Fancy staying in one of the self-catering cottages in and around Newquay? Then look no further than holidaycottages.co.uk or Sykes Holiday Cottages. Not only will you get excellent views of the beach, but you’re also guaranteed to have your off-road parking spot.

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