Stories from the Bay
Watergate Bay Hotel is so close to the sea you can watch the surfers from the pool. It’s about the balance in life: getting among the elements, eating and drinking well, having a good time with family and friends.
Top ten places to swim in Cornwall
From the sea to outdoor lido's to indoor pools to rivers, there are so many amazing places to swim in Cornwall, and we've chosen our top ten!
Read moreBoardmasters festival
Along the coast path from Watergate Bay, you'll find the UK's biggest surf and music festival.
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Gardens and historical places in Cornwall
Cornwall is full of historical landmarks, gardens and National Trust sites. These are a few of our favourites.
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What to do during your stay
A selection of things to do at Watergate Bay including walking routes, cycling, family-friendly activities, where to eat, surf and wild swim.
Read moreOceanside Pilates at home
Join our experienced Pilates instructor, Marina Huxley, as she talks through three exercises you can try at home. Ideal for some early morning mindfulness or an after-work recharge.
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The art of kite flying | Watergate Bay Hotel
A simple pleasure that has swooped through countless centuries, nothing beats the exhilaration of watching your kite take flight.
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Think global, act local - beach cleaning
The Marine Conservation Society study the impact of the modern world on our marine ecosystems at Watergate Bay.
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St Michael's Manhattan story and recipe
A Manhattan is one of those retro cocktails that still holds its own - but this one has a subtle change; a whiskey distilled in oak barrels by St Michael's Mount here in Cornwall.
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5 minutes with: Marina Huxley
Our Pilates instructor Marina talks about staying in touch - with ourselves, our bodies, and nature.
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Watergate Bay on Film
Our films of what you can discover at Watergate Bay beach and Watergate Bay Hotel on the north Cornwall coast.
Events calendar
On a blustery September evening 500 people came to Watergate Bay to watch the first ever polo match to be played on a beach in the UK. Ten years on it became firmly established in the Cornwall event calendar drawing crowds of over 10,000.
Polo on the Beach
Polo on the Beach was always designed to break down the elitist barriers associated with polo, letting as many people as possible have a taste of this dynamic, action-packed spectacle, capturing their imagination and inspiring them to try something new.
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