Local Area Information

Looe boasts the beautiful sandy town beach and the iconic Banjo Pier.  The charming seaside town and picturesque working harbour ensure that Looe is a popular holiday destination, particularly in the warmer months, but it is often fairly busy all year round.  You can wander the maze of narrow streets and alleys or shop, eat and drink at the wide variety of independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants in East and West Looe.

If you are a fan of BBC's Beyond Paradise, starring Kris Marshall, Looe plays the fictional town of Shipton Abbott.  The show frequently films at Looe's New Guildhall, Banjo Pier and Fore Street, while the Sardine Factory in West Looe features as Martha's new café.  Fans of the show can follow in the footsteps of Humphrey and Martha and discover Looe's secrets on a walking tour.

Looe has a variety of activities to keep visitors happy: glass bottom boat tours; the dive centre; kayak hire; boat trips; coastal walks; fishing excursions; crabbing for the children; or just lounge on the beach and explore the rock pools.  Grey seals are regularly seen in the bay and sometimes in the river.

The Looe Valley Train Line runs from Looe to Liskeard on a single track line, running through beautiful wooden scenery by the side of the river.  From Liskeard, visitors can travel to St. Ives, Plymouth and other parts of the country with ease.

Seafood can be enjoyed at many of the town's restaurants and cafes; choose from fresh oysters and crab to traditional fish and chips.

Looe is one of the historical fishing ports and has years of maritime history with the narrow streets full of old fishermen's cottages while Looe Museum is crammed with artefacts relating to Looe's seafaring past.

The nature reserve of Looe Island, just off the coast, is a haven for wildlife lovers with its grey seals and rare bird sightings.

Looe is a friendly, vibrant and welcoming place to visit; come and enjoy the traditional Cornish hospitality.