About this Assembly
The Community Assembly of Fistral is located in Fistral Bay (Standard written form: Porth an Vystel, meaning cove of the foul water) on the north coast of Cornwall which is part of the Kernow Territory. Fistral Bay it is situated half a mile west of Newquay.
Fistral Bay is bounded by two promontories, Towan Head to the north and Pentire Point East, The straight sandy beach faces west-northwest onto the Atlantic. It is backed by steep sand dunes and is overlooked by the Headland Hotel. The name 'Fistral' is recorded as Fistal in 1813, coming from the Cornish bystel meaning foul water, bile or gall probably in reference to the waves making it an unsuitable landing site.
Fistral Beach is best known for surfing. Its west-facing aspect exposes it to Atlantic swells ensuring consistent waves suitable for surfing. The beach is the venue for major international surfing competitions and a competition suite for judges and competitors has been built at North Fistral along with a surf museum.
Facilitators
- Marie Pearce
- Dylan Smith
- David Weaver
- Angie Rayner
Names shown were published on the former CABI website. Each facilitator will be asked to confirm consent before their details appear on the new site.
Meetings and events
No public meetings have been confirmed for this Assembly yet. Members only meetings show the town or approximate area publicly, with the precise location released to registered attendees.