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About Looe
In far off medieval times both East and West Looe were granted a charter and each retained its own identity for several centuries. Of the two Looe's, East Looe is the busiest and has the fine old fishing harbour were the wanderer can watch fresh fish, lobster and crab, being off-loaded and laid out ready for sale. For fish lovers it is a mouth watering sight and latterly it is known that Rick Stein the famous chef has been singing the praises of the fine fish caught in the waters surrounding Looe! Here, there is also a lively shopping area in the form of a long curving street crammed with shops of every description. The street starts at the land end of the town and divides into a web of quaint old streets that surround the harbour and the beach. East Looe's soft golden sand provides a haven for sun-worshippers and a safe place from which to enjoy a refreshing swim.
The estuary dividing the town is spanned by an ancient, graceful arched bridge. West Looe, is perhaps the more residential side of the town. It has elegant Victorian buildings, some of which are fine hotels and guest houses and from here there are relaxing coastal walks giving wonderful views across the sea to Looe Island and beyond. The island is a haven for sea-birds and at just a short distance from Hannafore Point it is easily reached by pleasure craft from Looe.
Looe has long enjoyed a reputation for Shark fishing, it is the base for the Shark Fishing Club of Great Britain whose headquarters are in the town. To learn a little of the early days when Looe was just a little fishing village, a visit to the town museum is a must. The resort is popular with surfers and yachtsmen and as well as pleasure cruises, motor boats can be hired. The coutryside beyond Looe is soft and beautiful, it hides a wealth of pretty Cornish villages and interesting places to visit. There are quaint cafe's serving scrummy cornish cream teas and lovely old inns entice the visitor with a menu full of fresh gifts from the sea. The whole family can enjoy Looe, for it really does have something for everyone. Nearby attractions include; The Monkey Sanctuary, Paul Corrin Music Collection and Lanreath Mill and Farm Museum.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
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Recommended attractions near Looe
| The Old Guildhall and Gaol | (0.2 miles, 0.3 km) | Pictures |
| The Monkey Sanctuary | (1.8 miles, 2.9 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Seaton Valley Country Park | (3.1 miles, 5.0 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Model Village & Land of Legend | (3.5 miles, 5.6 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Porfell Animal Land | (6.4 miles, 10.4 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Dobwalls Family Adventure Park | (8.0 miles, 12.9 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Readymoney Cove | (8.7 miles, 14.1 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| St. Catherine's Castle | (8.9 miles, 14.3 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Carnglaze Caverns & The Rum Store | (9.3 miles, 15.0 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Golitha Falls | (9.5 miles, 15.3 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Antony House | (10.0 miles, 16.1 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Restormel Castle | (10.3 miles, 16.6 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Mount Edgcumbe Country Park | (12.1 miles, 19.5 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Lanhydrock House | (12.5 miles, 20.1 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| The Eden Project | (12.9 miles, 20.7 km, direction W) | Pictures |
All attractions in LooeAll attractions in CornwallComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Looe
Millendreath, in the county of Cornwall (1.8 miles, 2.9 km, direction NE)
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Polperro, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (3.6 miles, 5.9 km, direction SW)
Jagged rocks rise as if to guard the entrance to the picturesque harbour of this enchanting fishing village which has for decades been a magnet for tourists and a mecca for artists from all over England.
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Fowey, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction W)
The picturesque harbour town of Fowey has a history as colourful as some of the pretty boats sailing in and out of its waters.
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Polruan, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction W)
A holiday resort of considerable merit and charm.
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Polkerris, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (10.3 miles, 16.5 km, direction W)
Polkerris in St.Austell's Bay has a lovely sandy beach backed by a cluster of cottages built haphazardly along a narrow village street leading towards the wooded hills and cliffs which give shelter to this enchanting little cove.
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Lostwithiel, in the county of Cornwall (10.5 miles, 16.8 km, direction W)
Lostwithiel, once the 13th-century capital of Cornwall and lively centre of the tin trade, sits on the River Fowey in the heart of the Fowey Valley.
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Rame, in the county of Cornwall (10.8 miles, 17.4 km, direction E)
This lovely place is a nature lovers paradise. There is an abundance of wildlife including rare and beautiful birds to be occasionally seen and heard fluttering around their peaceful woodland habitat.
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Saltash, in the county of Cornwall (11.0 miles, 17.7 km, direction E)
Famous for its two great bridges than span the River Tamar, this little town, known as 'the gateway to Cornwall' is both pretty and interesting.
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Cawsand, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (11.2 miles, 18.0 km, direction E)
A picturesque ex-smuggling village in Cornwall
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Callington, in the county of Cornwall (11.8 miles, 19.0 km, direction NE)
The little town of Callington can be found a short distance from the River Tamar and is close to the River Lynher, in a quiet region which was once known for its prosperous tin mines.
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Charlestown, in the county of Cornwall (13.7 miles, 22.0 km, direction W)
This lovely little port hugs the rugged south Cornish coast overlooking picturesque St. Austell Bay.
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Bodmin, in the county of Cornwall (14.0 miles, 22.5 km, direction NW)
Historically fascinating and naturally beautiful, this area of North Cornwall has so much to offer. Equidistant from both the...
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Plymouth, in the county of Devon (14.0 miles, 22.6 km, direction E)
This is a city that evokes stirring memories of England's great maritime past.
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St Austell, in the county of Cornwall (14.9 miles, 24.0 km, direction W)
One of the blessings of St. Austell, is its parish church, a glorious structure that has a beautiful carved 15th-century tower built of local yellow stone.
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Pentewan, in the county of Cornwall (15.3 miles, 24.6 km, direction W)
Set amidst enchanting countryside, Pentewan has caravan and camping sites making it a popular resort for families. It has a fine sandy beach which is ideal for beach-games, swimming, fishing and other watersports.
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| Looe Station | (0.3 miles, 0.5 km) |
| Sandplace Station | (2.3 miles, 3.7 km, direction N) |
| Plymouth City Airport | (15.8 miles, 25.4 km, direction E) |
| Newquay (Cornwall) Airport | (25.1 miles, 40.4 km, direction W) |
| M5 Junction 31 | (47.0 miles, 75.6 km, direction NE) |
| M5 Junction 30 | (50.1 miles, 80.6 km, direction NE) |
| Looe to London | (205.0 miles, 329.9 km, direction NE) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Looe
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Looe center |
| Fieldhead Hotel & Horizons Restaurant | (0.5 miles, 0.8 km) |
| The Snooty Fox Country Hotel & Restaurant | (2.7 miles, 4.4 km, direction N) |
| Great Trethew Manor | (4.8 miles, 7.7 km, direction NE) |
| The White Hart Hotel | (5.2 miles, 8.4 km, direction NE) |
| The Lord Eliot | (6.8 miles, 11.0 km, direction N) |
| Nebula Hotel | (7.0 miles, 11.2 km, direction N) |
| Old Quay House Hotel | (8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction W) |
| The Fowey Hotel | (8.5 miles, 13.6 km, direction W) |
| Lostwithiel Hotel Golf & Country Club | (10.2 miles, 16.3 km, direction NW) |
| Best Western The Restormel Lodge Hotel | (10.3 miles, 16.5 km, direction W) |
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