Holywell Bay Golf Club

Clifftop golf with a difference awaits at this nine-hole course that rolls right up to the edge of the Atlantic. The views across Holywell Bay are properly spectacular - on a clear day you can see for miles along the Cornish coast while trying to keep your ball out of the rough.

This isn't championship-level golf by any stretch. It's more about enjoying a relaxed round with the family or getting the kids started on the game. The course is forgiving enough for beginners but the coastal winds add a decent challenge for more experienced players. Par 3s dominate, making it ideal for a quick round that won't eat into precious beach time.

What makes this place special is its location rather than its difficulty. You're practically on the beach, just a short walk from Newquay's main attractions. The clubhouse is basic but friendly, and the whole setup feels refreshingly unpretentious compared to some of Cornwall's stuffier golf establishments.

Families staying at Trevornick Holiday Park or Parkdean's Holywell Bay site will find it's practically on their doorstep. A round here fits nicely into a holiday schedule - not too demanding, lovely coastal air, and you can be back on the beach or by the pool within an hour or two. Worth checking their website for current green fees and opening times before making the trip.