This year marks a major golden milestone for one of Newquay’s most beloved coastal destinations. Porth Beach Holiday Park is officially celebrating 50 years of welcoming visitors to the North Cornwall coast. Founded in 1976, the park has evolved from a modest coastal campsite into a premier, award-winning holiday destination, all while remaining fiercely independent, family-run, and deeply rooted in the local community.

While Newquay’s tourism landscape has shifted significantly over the last five decades, Porth Beach Holiday Park has stood the test of time by balancing modern upgrades with old-school Cornish hospitality. Beyond providing unforgettable holiday memories for generations of families, the park has served as a quiet powerhouse for the Newquay economy, consistently driving footfall to local shops, restaurants, and attractions, and supporting regional suppliers for half a century.

At the heart of this 50-year journey is the Case family, who have dedicated decades to nurturing the park’s unique community atmosphere.

“Reaching 50 years is an incredibly proud moment for us and our brilliant team,” say Katy and Chris Case, who manage and run Porth Beach Holiday Park. “Having managed the park for a good number of years, we’ve watched children who stayed here in the 70s and 80s return with their own children and grandchildren. Our focus has always been on keeping that warm, family-run feel alive. We’ve always believed that when the park thrives, Newquay thrives, and we are so grateful to the local community and our loyal guests who have supported us since 1976.”

From investing in eco-friendly park infrastructure to promoting Cornish businesses to its guests, Porth Beach Holiday Park’s evolution mirrors the resilience and growth of Cornwall’s tourism sector. As they look ahead to the next 50 years, the Case family remains committed to keeping Porth Beach a sustainable, welcoming, and economically vital part of the Newquay community.