Newquay Golf Course

Golfers arriving in Newquay expecting seaside links will find something rather different here - a proper parkland course that takes advantage of Cornwall's rolling inland terrain rather than hugging the coastline. The 18-hole course offers decent value for holiday golfers, though it won't set pulses racing like some of the county's championship venues.

Families staying at nearby Hendra Holiday Park or Trevornick will appreciate having golf on the doorstep, especially dads looking to squeeze in a round while the kids hit the beach. The course is forgiving enough for higher handicappers but has sufficient character to keep better players engaged for a morning.

What makes it work is the setting - you're still close enough to catch sea breezes, and the Cornish countryside provides a lovely backdrop without the premium pricing of clifftop courses. It's particularly good for groups with mixed abilities, as the layout doesn't punish wayward shots too severely.

Location-wise, you couldn't ask for better if you're based at one of the Crantock Beach holiday parks. A quick drive gets you here for an early tee time, leaving plenty of afternoon for beach activities. Worth checking ahead for booking requirements during peak season, as holiday park guests tend to snap up the popular morning slots fairly quickly.