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Cornish Adventures
Explore The Salt Path
The film adaptation of Raynor Winn's bestselling memoir arrives in cinemas on May 30th, learn about our role in the film and the South West Coast Path.
Wasson' this June in Cornwall
There is a wonderful array of events taking place across Cornwall in June. From superstar music performances to traditional Cornish celebrations, make the most of your time in our corner of the world.
Sustainability
The Headland On Exclusive Sustainability List
The Headland has been recognised among the world's leading sustainable destinations, with our work within the community of Newquay and Cornwall contributing to our inclusion in Wanderlust's prestigious Travel Green List.
Sustainability
Cornish Honey Creates a Buzz
We are very happy to confirm that The Rescued Bee is now providing The Headland with Cornish honey.
Sustainability
No Mow May
We're supporting No Mow May and encouraging green spaces to stay wild for nature, learn more about what we are doing and watch the informative video from our groundskeeper, Luke.
Cornish Adventures
National Walking Month
Top three walks from The Headland, as recommended by our Concierge.
Cornish Adventures
Dog Friendly Cornwall, Five Star Stays
Let them run wild and rest well with miles of walking trails and endless beaches to run on.
Cornish Adventures
Summer Family Days Out in Cornwall – Our Concierge Recommends
Here we list a few great days out for all the family as recommended by Head Concierge – Sarah Gaskin.
Cornish Adventures
Our recommendations for a Cornish adventure
We have put together a small list of some our favourite spots in Cornwall, the places we disappear to on our days off.
Sustainability
The Headland Partners with the National Lobster Hatchery
As part of The Headland's ongoing commitment to sustainability, we have launched a new initiative in collaboration with the National Lobster Hatchery, which allows guests to contribute directly to marine conservation.
Sustainability
Our Commitment to Change
17 March - 23 March 2025
At The Headland, we are celebrating Food Waste Action Week from March 17-23 as part of our ongoing commitment to food waste reduction.
Foodie Feasts
Fresh Seafood Delivered to your Door
Now available for delivery to your coastal Headland cottage. Eating fresh seafood has never been so easy.
Changes to parking at The Headland
We will shortly be reinstalling ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) cameras and a parking warden at the hotel’s private car park to ensure there is always parking available for our residents and guests.
Sustainability
Earth Day 2025
Earth Day is an annual event that takes place on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection.
At The Headland, we’re dedicated to making smarter energy choices to reduce our environmental footprint with the ultimate aim of being powered by renewable energy.
Cornish Adventures, Community
Celebrating 125 years
2025 marks The Headland's 125th anniversary. Be a part of our story.
SDG Spotlight: January
Community is at the heart of The Headland, discover how we partner with our local community to achieve the UN's sustainable development goals (SDG).
April at The Headland
Whether it's Easter celebrations or heading down to Fistral Beach for our latest beach clean, April is packed with things to do at The Headland.
Cornish Adventures
12 Reasons to Visit The Headland
There is a year of possibilities awaiting our guests at The Headland, with something different on offer each month.
Community
Simon Reeve’s Return to Cornwall
Discover more about Simon Reeve’s latest doucmentary, Return to Cornwall.
From Nature to Plate
The Headland’s Restaurant RenMor prepares for dinner with pole and line caught wild seabass from the Atlantic Ocean on their doorstep, and vegetables from Cornish soils using regenerative farming methods
Our journey to sustainability
The Headland is committed to achieving best environmental practice and social sustainability considering responsible use of our planets and humanitarian resources. To ensure our commitment is evidenced, we have partnered with EarthCheck, the world’s leading benchmarking and certification provider.
Cornish Adventures
Summer Couples Days Out in Cornwall - Our Concierge Recommends..
Here we list a few great days out ideal for couples as recommended by Head Concierge – Sarah Gaskin.
Meet The Team
Celebrating 45 years of family ownership
Meet our family owners, affectionately known as Mr & Mrs A by the team.
Cornish Adventures
Experiences without the Air Miles
Keep your feet firmly on the ground with a Great British seaside holiday. We’ve curated all the reasons to come to Cornwall and experience the mellow magic of the coast.
Cornish Adventures
Things to enjoy during May Half Term
May half term is almost upon us. With the promise of warmer weather, an extra bank holiday, and Jubilee celebrations, we have compiled a fantastic variety of activities in the area suitable for all the family.
Meet The Team
A Headland Employee Wins Concierge Society Award
Here at The Headland one of our employees has been recognised for her work with a prestigious award at the recent Golden Keys Concierge 2022 Awards.
Festive
Christmas Transformation Brings Festive Joy to All
The Headland is being transformed into a winter wonderland with the help of local community group The Thursday Club.
Afternoon Tea Week – an interview with The Headland’s pastry chef
Afternoon Tea is one of those quintessentially British traditions which never falls out of fashion.
Weddings & Celebrations
The Headland Wedding Fayre
Join us on 16th March for our wedding showcase. Complimentary tickets include a glass of fizz and canapés.
Meet The Team
Take five... with Joshua Bates - Hotel Operations Manager
Get to know Joshua Bates, The Headland's Hotel Operations Manager who has grown with us over the last five years.
Meet The Team
Take five... with Sarah Gaskin - Head Concierge
Get to know Sarah Gaskin who is our award winning Head Concierge.
Meet The Team
Veryan Palmer Joins Non-Executive Board of Pride of Britain
Hotel Director Veryan Palmer has joined the non-executive board of the prestigious Pride of Britain Hotels consortium.
Festive
Festive Afternoon Tea
The Headland has added new dates for its festive afternoon tea by the sea this Christmas.
Meet The Team
Concierge at luxury Cornish hotel recognised for ‘world class’ work
An employee at a top Cornish hotel has been recognised for her ‘world class’ work by scooping a prestigious award at the recent Hotel Cateys’ Awards.
Meet The Team
Headland Hotel Thanks Summer Staff With Their Own ‘Graduation Ceremony’
Cornwall’s luxury five-star The Headland hotel has held a graduation ceremony to say thank you to a group of students who worked throughout the summer holidays.
The Headland Wins Prestigious National Spa Award
Luxury Cornish hotel The Headland has won a prestigious award for its elegant spa experience.
The five-star venue, overlooking Fistral Beach in Newquay, won Best Coastal Spa for the first time at the annual Good Spa Guide’s national awards ceremony.
Meet The Team
The Headland rewards ‘outstanding contribution’ of team members
The Headland has recognised the tireless efforts of its staff during a very challenging time for the hospitality industry.
The Headland’s operations manager Joshua Bates won a coveted Acorn Award, whilst Olivia Cornes and Nandor Szentey received Employee of the Month awards from hotel General Manager, Ian Wynne.
Explore Cornwall in Autumn
Summer’s almost gone and with it, the hustle and bustle which defines a high season in Cornwall.
It gives way to the delights of early autumn, when the warm days and cool evenings provide the perfect platform for a relaxing break by the sea.
The Headland encourages guests to ‘borrow a board’ for eco-friendly surf
The Headland is making waves in the surfing world after commissioning our own environmentally friendly boards from a local business and launching ‘borrow a board’ scheme.
We have joined forces with fellow Newquay business Dick Pearce Bellyboards to offer our guests a fun, greener way to enjoy the Atlantic Ocean, which rolls just beneath the hotel’s iconic clifftop location.
