The Watering Hole is the UK’s only bar built directly on a beach, sitting on Perranporth’s three-mile stretch of sand. Through summer it hosts a programme of live music events ranging from local bands to headline acts, all with the Atlantic as a backdrop.
The gig schedule runs from May through September with a mix of ticketed headline shows and free-entry sessions. Past acts have played on a stage with the sea behind them and sand underfoot. The venue also runs alongside Tunes in the Dunes festival in early June.
Check the website for the current 2026 schedule - individual events are announced through the year.
Visitor Information
Dates: Various dates May to September 2026.
Cost: Free entry for some events, ticketed for headline shows (from around £15).
Getting there: Perranporth beach. The Watering Hole is on the sand, accessible from the main beach car park.
Family friendly: Varies by event. Daytime sessions are generally family-friendly; evening headline gigs may be 18+.
Where to Stay
Perranporth has cottages and holiday parks. Poppy Lodge sleeps two for couples. Newquay is 15 minutes by car with a wider range. Browse places to stay.