Newquay Sessions - Country Hoedown
Join us on Saturday 18th July for our second Newquay Session, the Country Hoedown! You’ll find us on the Killacourt between 12pm and 8pm for this free, family-friendly celebration packed with live country music, entertainment and fun for all ages.
Please note: This Event has past
Date :
18th July
Time :
12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location :
Killacourt, The Crescent, Newquay, TR7 1DT
Categories :
There’s plenty to enjoy throughout the day, including a rodeo bull, bouncy castle, line dancing sessions and even a fancy dress competition – so dust off your best cowboy boots and hats!
There’ll be music from 12pm through to 8pm, featuring performances by The Cornish Cowboy, Bow River, Deeks Cowboys and other special guests! There’ll also be line dancing tutorials, hosted by Kickinitcowgirls NATD Donna James, from 15:30 – 16:15.
Plus, Radio Newquay will be on hand to keep the atmosphere lively throughout the day and they’ll be hosting our fancy dress competition!
There’s prizes up for grabs in the following categories:
• Best country outfit (adults, two prizes to giveaway!)
• Best mini-hoedown fit (for children, two prizes to giveaway!)
• Best line dancers (one prize per session)
Good to know before you go:
• Free to attend, no tickets required
• Bar on site
• Family-friendly, all ages welcome
• View our Killacourt Access Guide here
• For event updates, please follow @newquaytowncouncilevents on Facebook and Instagram
Whether you’re a country music fan, keen to try some line dancing, or just looking for a great day out with the family, come along and enjoy a summer celebration with a western twist in the heart of Newquay.
Sensory Map
Plan your visit to the Country Hoedown with our sensory map, highlighting areas where we are expecting more crowds and higher noise levels.
Is there parking available?
There is no parking on site. However, several town centre car parks are within a short walk:
- Manor Car Park (long stay) – 4 minute walk
- St George’s Rd (long stay) – 7 minute walk
- Mount Wise (long stay) – 7 minute walk
- Fore Street (short stay) – 7 minute walk
Find full details here.
Can I use public transport to get to the Killacourt?
Yes – the Killacourt is easy to reach by public transport.
- Bus: 11 routes serve Newquay, with connections across Cornwall. The Killacourt is a 6-minute walk from Newquay Bus Station. Plan your journey here.
- Train: Newquay Station has hourly branch line services connecting to the mainline at Par. It’s a 10-minute walk to the Killacourt. Plan your journey here.
Are there toilets on site?
Yes – public toilets are available on the Killacourt (Trebarwith Crescent, TR7 1DN, ///lands.chained.passively).
Opening times:
- October–March: 10am–4pm
- April–September: 9am–6pm
Facilities include:
- Ladies (5 cubicles, baby change)
- Gents (4 urinals, 2 cubicles)
- 1 accessible toilet
A 50p charge applies.
There is also a Changing Places facility on the Killacourt site, open during the same hours. This is free to use for registered users. You can find out more about the facility here.
At events, please speak to a member of staff for access assistance.
Is the Killacourt accessible?
Yes – the Killacourt has step-free access from The Crescent, Island Crescent and Trebarwith Crescent.
A resin pathway runs through the centre of the site, suitable for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and pushchairs.
There will be deckchairs for visitors to use at the Country Hoedown. Visitors are welcome to bring their own camping chairs or mobility aids for added comfort.
For further information, please click here to view our Killacourt Access Guide.
Is there first aid on site?
Yes – a qualified first aider is present at all events throughout their duration.
Additional medical staff will be on site to provide support at the Country Hoedown.
How does weather affect events on the Killacourt?
There is limited shade on the Killacourt, so we recommend bringing suncream, a hat and plenty of water in hot weather. A free water refill station is available on site.
In poor weather, including high winds, events may be cancelled. Please check @newquaytowncouncilevents on social media for updates, or call the Library & Visitor Information Service on 01637 838516 before travelling if you are unsure.
Upcoming Events
