Connect with Nature because it benefits both our physical wellbeing and mental health; to appreciate the beauty and wonder of our natural world; to raise awareness and advocate on "Sustainable Development Goals number 3", which is "Good Health and Wellbeing"; and of course, to breath some fresh Cornish air.
We are a friendly group of nature and wildlife enthusiasts, of all ages, from all backgrounds, interested in bird-watching, butterfly-watching, learning new things, discovering new interests, meeting like-minded people, and having loads of fun.
We are a friendly group of nature and wildlife enthusiasts, of all ages, from all backgrounds, interested in bird-watching, butterfly-watching, learning new things, discovering new interests, meeting like-minded people, and having loads of fun.
Date: Every Fourth Sunday of the Month
Time: 10:30am to 12:30pm (2 hours)
Location: Towan Head, Newquay
Meeting Place: What3Words - ///spoken.stormy.stirs
Fieldtrip Leaders: Rob Nicholls and Rowena Castillo-Nicholls
To reach Towan Headland (postcode TR7 1HN) in Newquay, you can follow these driving or walking directions:
Driving Directions:
● Main Route: Take the A3058 or A392 into Newquay town centre.
● Town Approach: Follow signs for the Harbour or Fistral Beach. From the town centre, take Tower Road and continue until you reach Headland Road.
● Final Destination: Headland Road leads directly to the headland, passing the Headland Hotel on your left.
● Parking: There is a dedicated Cornwall Council car park at Towan Headland (TR7 1HN).
Walking Directions:
● From Towan Beach: Walk west past the Blue Reef Aquarium and the harbour. Follow the coastal path markers towards the Huer's Hut, a white 14th-century lookout building.
● From Fistral Beach: Head north along the South West Coast Path with the ocean on your left. The path will lead you around the back of the Headland Hotel directly onto the headland.
Event is Free. Everyone is welcome to attend. Booking is essential. To book, please contact Rowena via email: [email protected].
Rowena brings coffee, tea, biscuits and cakes. You are welcome to join us after the event for a cuppa and a slice of cake or just to have a chat.
Please check our website and social media prior to the event in case of cancellation due to weather conditions or change of date and time. Please wear suitable clothing and shoes. Bring binoculars; pen and paper to list the wildlife you see; something to sit on (optional); and sunscreen / sunblock in the summer. No dogs please.
Some of the Birds we’ve seen at Towan Head, Newquay:
Purple Sandpiper, Great Northern Diver, Guillemot, Razorbill, Sandwich Tern, Great Shearwater, Gannets, Kittiwake, Fulmar, Black Redstart, Wheatear, Black-headed Gull, Carrion Crow, Cormorant, Ferral Pigeon, Fulmar, Gannet, Great Black-backed Gull, Herring Gull, Jackdaw, Little Egret, Magpie, Oystercatcher, Rock Pipit, Shag, Starling, Stonechat, Turnstone, Whimbrel, and a lot more...
Time: 10:30am to 12:30pm (2 hours)
Location: Towan Head, Newquay
Meeting Place: What3Words - ///spoken.stormy.stirs
Fieldtrip Leaders: Rob Nicholls and Rowena Castillo-Nicholls
To reach Towan Headland (postcode TR7 1HN) in Newquay, you can follow these driving or walking directions:
Driving Directions:
● Main Route: Take the A3058 or A392 into Newquay town centre.
● Town Approach: Follow signs for the Harbour or Fistral Beach. From the town centre, take Tower Road and continue until you reach Headland Road.
● Final Destination: Headland Road leads directly to the headland, passing the Headland Hotel on your left.
● Parking: There is a dedicated Cornwall Council car park at Towan Headland (TR7 1HN).
Walking Directions:
● From Towan Beach: Walk west past the Blue Reef Aquarium and the harbour. Follow the coastal path markers towards the Huer's Hut, a white 14th-century lookout building.
● From Fistral Beach: Head north along the South West Coast Path with the ocean on your left. The path will lead you around the back of the Headland Hotel directly onto the headland.
Event is Free. Everyone is welcome to attend. Booking is essential. To book, please contact Rowena via email: [email protected].
Rowena brings coffee, tea, biscuits and cakes. You are welcome to join us after the event for a cuppa and a slice of cake or just to have a chat.
Please check our website and social media prior to the event in case of cancellation due to weather conditions or change of date and time. Please wear suitable clothing and shoes. Bring binoculars; pen and paper to list the wildlife you see; something to sit on (optional); and sunscreen / sunblock in the summer. No dogs please.
Some of the Birds we’ve seen at Towan Head, Newquay:
Purple Sandpiper, Great Northern Diver, Guillemot, Razorbill, Sandwich Tern, Great Shearwater, Gannets, Kittiwake, Fulmar, Black Redstart, Wheatear, Black-headed Gull, Carrion Crow, Cormorant, Ferral Pigeon, Fulmar, Gannet, Great Black-backed Gull, Herring Gull, Jackdaw, Little Egret, Magpie, Oystercatcher, Rock Pipit, Shag, Starling, Stonechat, Turnstone, Whimbrel, and a lot more...