Looe Club SiteExplore Cornwall

Places to see and things to do in the local area

Braddock

Bugle

Lanivet

Seaton

Lanreath

St. Cleer

Saltash

Millbrook

LandrakeLandulph

BluntsDobwalls

St. Mellion

Callington

Bodmin

St. Austell Fowey

St. Blazey

Herodsfoot

Polperro

Plymouth

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Visit AdventureHannafore PointGet up close and personal with Mussels, Crabs, Blennies and Starfish on the stunning shoreline.

Wild Futures Monkey SanctuarySee the monkeys and enjoy gardens, the activity room, workshops, gift shop and café.

Carnglaze CavernsLearn about mining, visit the underground lake, enjoy the Terrace Garden, walk through Quarry Wood and picnic in the Walled Garden.

National Trust Cotehele Explore Cotehele’s 1300 acre estate with views of the river, surrounding countryside and quay.

Looe Boat TripsSee Looe Island from a different perspective with scenic river tours, glass bottom boat trips and fishing excursions.

The Looe Valley Railway Travel through scenic wooded valleys, wildlife and glorious estuary views. Enrich your visit with walking and birdwatching, or a visit to one or two of the eleven pubs which are near the line.

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Carnglaze Caverns

Make the most of your time

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National Cycle NetworkThe nearest route is 2, Llanhydrock to Eden.

PolperroThis unspoilt fishing village has spectacular natural beauty and a very interesting history of smuggling. Visit its unique tidal pool, quirky shops, small sandy beach and tiny, beautiful harbour.

BodminOne of Cornwall’s oldest and most historic towns, Bodmin is home to a wealth of fascinating attractions, including the eerie jail and ancient 15th-century church.

Polperro

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WalkThe Cornwall Coast PathThe Cornwall Coastal Path runs right around the peninsula going west, and across the border into Devon travelling east.

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Cornwall Coast Path

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Local EventsLooe Raft RaceJune

Looe Carnival WeekAugust

Morval Steam RallyAugust Bank Holiday weekend

Plymouth World Firework Championships August

Looe Live Music Festival September

Spring Flower ShowApril

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Introduce the children to crabbing at Looe Harbour – fun for all the family!

Treddinick Farm Shop is only 2 miles away with fresh fruit, vegetables and cider. The Puerly Cornish Shop & Deli and Quayside Fresh are also great.

The Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan are a must . Also, in October, the Eden Project holds a fantastic beer festival.

The coastal path from Looe to Talland Bay and then on to Polperro is a great walk. You can return by bus or boat.

We had the best fish & chips from The Coddy Shack.

Visitor’s top tips

There are lots of lovely seasonal events in the area, and a wonderful Craft Market every other month.

Definitely take the Looe Island Guided Walk, it’s fantastic! (must pre-book)

The St Austell Brewery Experience was really enjoyable, and we also loved the cider shop near to site.

Our favourite dog-friendly beaches were Hannafore, Seaton and Talland Bay.

Visit the Charlestown Shipwreck & Heritage Centre, showcasing lots of interesting maritime exhibits.

The National Trust’s Lanhydrock House is spectacular, well-worth a visit.

SupermarketsCo-op 1.8 miles, Londis 2.1 miles, Morrisons and Aldi in Liskeard, 6 miles.Swimming pool Heated open-air swimming pool on site (end May-Sep)

Petrol StationBP 1.6 miles, Polperro Park Service Station 4.4 miles.CashpointBP 1.6 miles, Lloyds 1.9 miles.

Tourist InformationIn Looe.Public transportThere is a bus stop outside the site that goes to Looe, Polperro and Plymouth. There is a train service from Looe to Liskeard.

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Lanhydrock House