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Celebrating 125 years
2025 marks The Headland's 125th anniversary. Be a part of our story next year.
Festive
Escape the holiday rush and indulge in Cornwall’s magical festive offerings
Whether you're seeking luxurious indulgence, theatrical entertainment, or charming Christmas markets, Cornwall is the ideal destination for a festive getaway.
Sustainability
The Headland Gains Bronze Benchmark EarthCheck Accreditation
To ensure our commitment is accurately evidenced, we have partnered with EarthCheck, the world’s leading benchmarking and certification provider.
Community
Simon Reeve’s Return to Cornwall
Discover more about Simon Reeve’s latest doucmentary, Return to Cornwall.
Four-legged friends
Dog Friendly Cornwall, Five Star Stays
Let them run wild and rest well with miles of walking trails and endless beaches to run on.
Meet The Team
The Armstrong's celebrate 45 Years At The Headland
In March 1979 the Armstrong family embarked on what has become an ongoing labour of love to restore The Headland and turn it into a five-star, family-run destination hotel in the heart of Newquay.
To celebrate the occasion, we spoke with Mrs Armstrong to get a glimpse behind the scenes of one of Cornwall's finest hotels.
Community
The Headland Cup 2024
On 10th July 2024 The Headland Hotel set out onboard Phil Trebilcock’s fishing boat in Newquay, Cornwall to show their support to the teams competing in The Headland Cup.
Sustainability
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
Sustainability, Community
The Headland Earth Day Beach Clean
Embracing Environmental Responsibility: The Headland's Earth Day Initiative, With Dedicated Staff Members Dedicated to Sweep Clean the Shores of Fistral Beach!
Cornish Arts & Culture
Spotlight on: Shelley Thornton, Artist In Residence
In the Autumn of 2023, Shelley Thornton joined us as our first 'Artist in Residence' to create beautiful artwork for our brand-new Ocean Family Suites. We chatted to Shelley about her 'Headland' experience.
Foodie Feasts
Fresh Seafood Delivered to your Door
Now available for delivery to your cosy Headland cottage.. Eating fresh seafood at home has never been so easy.
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
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.
Meet The Team
Experienced hotelier joins the team at The Headland for the next stage of excellence.
Introducing our interim Managing Director, Jason Adams; having garnered acclaim as the Independent Hotel of the Year, The Headland is confident that Adam's extensive expertise, gained over a successful career that will significantly contribute to the hotel's next stage of success.
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.
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.
Wellness
Good Spa Guide Awards
Great news, The Headland Spa won another major award at the recent Good Spa Guide Awards, hosted in London.
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.
Cornish Adventures
National Walking Month
Top three walks from The Headland, as recommended by our Concierge.
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.
Stay like royalty in iconic Victorian hotel to celebrate Platinum Jubilee
As the country celebrates the momentous Platinum Jubilee this summer, why not be treated like royalty with two nights in one of The Headland’s most exclusive suites?
Sample the sights and sounds of spring with a special two-night stay
Cornwall is always ahead of the curve when it comes to spring blooms, so if you’re looking to shake off your winter coat and celebrate the new season next month, what better way than to do it than in five-star luxury?
February Cocktails of the Month
This month’s cocktails provide the ideal start – or finish - to a romantic evening.
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.
