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Looe in Cornwall
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HOLIDAYS IN LOOE
Looe in South East Cornwall is a very popular family Holiday Resort town, divided into two distinct parts - East and West Looe - with the Looe river running through the centre of the town.
East Looe is the main tourism centre - a collection of narrow streets lined with shops cafes and pubs that lead through to the main town beach. The Beach is ideal for families. Bordered on the west by the Banjo pier - entrance to the main harbour and by a rocky promontory at the eastern edge, it is a compact beach.
Over the years, the town has retained its small fishing fleet, which return at high tide, to off load their catch alongside the riverside quay at the busy fish market, which dominates the towns east Quay.
Looe Harbour
Looe Beach and Banjo Pier
Fore Street in looe
Looe Harbour and Town Beach
LOOE RIVER & THE MILL POOL
The river is spanned by a seven-arched Victorian bridge , giving access to both sides of the town and to the main Mill Pool Car Park. Looe has two parking areas, both in scenic locations - one adjacent to the rivers by the eastern side of the bridge, the other, larger car park, is on the wesern side of the river at the large Mill Pool Car park.
The Mill pool runs along the length of the Western arm of the Looe river, with stunning scenery on the opposite bank, including a heronry. Children love to play along this stretch of the river, catching small fish and crabs from the relative safety of the path that runs along the banks of the Looe river.
Across the seven-arched Victorian bridge lies West Looe, with its 16th century Jolly Sailor Inn and St Nicholas Church and at Hannafore you can explore the rock pools on the beach and look across to St George's, or Looe Island, which has 12th century monastic cells and belonged once to the Abbot of Glastonbury.The island was popularised by the Atkins sisters in their books "We Bought an Island" and "Tales from our Cornish Island".
There are boat trips to the island in the summer season, as well as along the coast. For the more adventurous there are shark- fishing trips. A train journey on the Looe Valley Line will take you to the ancient stone circle at Duloe; the holy well at St Keyne.
SOUTH EAST CORNWALL BAYS & BEACHES
Travelling east along the coast, you can see Amazon woolly monkeys in the protected breeding colony of the Monkey Sanctuary.
At the end of long, winding, wooded valleys are the beaches of Millendreath and Seaton and beyond Downderry the road runs along the cliffs through the village of Crafthole, standing high above the tiny harbour of Portwrinkle, a former fishing hamlet.
To the east lies the stunning four-mile stretch of sand and surf at Whitsand Bay, popular with beachgoers and shore fishermen. Guarding the entrance to Plymouth Sound is Rame Head, with its superb views, 400ft cliffs and 14th century chapel, where a beacon blazed at the time of the Armada. Look out for the many stone fortresses known as Palmerston Follies, a legacy of an 19th century defence initiative.
Continuing around the headland you will come across the little-visited, attractive and unspoilt coastal villages of Kingsand and Cawsand, backed by high wooded cliffs. Here the future Henry Vll landed before the Battle of Bosworth; later the villages were a smugglers' haven.
East Looe Beach
Featured as the main photo at the top of the page, East looe Beach is the main tourist beach in South East Cornwall. The beach is a traditional family friendly, sandy beach that slopes gently to the sea - with safe swimming for your and old alike.
The beach is well maintained and cared for by the East Looe Town Trust. The beach is sheltered by the downs on the West Looe side of the river and the Banjo Pier, separates it from the fishing and boating traffic. Located at the edge of the town the beach has all services (toilets cafes, restaurants and shops) nearby. There is an all year round dog ban on the beach. Parking is in the main car parks at Mill Pool or the Harbour Quay - a 10 to 15 min walk through the town.
East Looe Beach
Plaidy Beach - East Looe
A small Rock, sand and shingle beach to the east of Looe. Plaidy Beach has no parking nearby and no facilities. It is access from East Looe Beach. Follow the sea defenses, at the the eastern edge of the sea wall there is a small gap between the rocks, which leads down onto Plaidy Beach. Alternatively, you can opt to park at Millendreath and walk the short distance along the coast path.
Hannafore Beach - West Looe
The seafront at Hannafore is a great place to spend a few hours.There is free parking along the length of the long promenade and sea wall, with easy access down to the beach and great views of Looe Island and along the coast to Rame Head. The beach at West Looe is a mix of rock pools and shingle. With the Looe Island marine nature reserve as a stunning backdrop and numerous rock pools to explore, Hannafore a popular spot for holidaymakers and marine biologists alike. There is free parking on road above, facilities nearby. Hannafore is a dog friendly beach - daogs are allowed allowed all year.
Millendreath - Black Rock Beach Resort
Set at the end of a wooded valley Millendreath is a south facing, sandy beach with a small stream running across the middle section.. The sheltered little cove provides safe swimming and the southerly aspect means that it is a great sun trap. The Black Rock Beach Resort is in the process of redeveloping the area and has a café on the sea front. Situated on the beach terrace is the comprehensive water sports area offering paddle boarding and kayaking under professional supervision as well as wet suit and equipment hire.
Millendreath Beach
Millendreath beach is well maintained and is one of the safest bathing beaches in the area with stunning coastal views and one of very few locations in the UK to support a species of native, British Seahorse.
There are toilets on site and ample parking nearby. Millendreath beach has a year round dog ban.
Millendreath Beach - Black Rock Cafe
Millendreath Beach - Black Rock Bar
Talland Bay
Located close to Polperro, the twin coves of Talland Bay are located in an area designated as both an Area of Outstanding Beauty and a Heritage Coast. Talland Bay with a two coves (both a mixture of rock pools and sand), two seasonal cafes and parking is reached via narrow lanes that lead down from the Looe to Polperro road.
Talland Sand, is the main beach (the most westerly of the two beaches). This sheltered little cove is an ideal family beach with safe swimming and which numerous rock pools as the tides goes out. There is the Talland Bay Beach café adjacent to the beach and coastal path - which offers car parking and a shop. There are toilets located 100 yds from the beach on the main access road.
Rotterdam Beach
The smaller and quieter, Rotterdam Beach, on the east side of the bay overlooked by St Tallanus. There is less sand and access is via steps. The beach offers numerous rock pools and safe swimming. Set back from the beach is the Smugglers Rest café - which has a car park.
Talland Sands
Talland Sands
Between the two beaches, the shoreline is very rocky - good for fishing and snorkelling. The underlying rock strata is Meadfoot bedrock (Devonian period; slates, siltstones and sandstones, which erode at different rates to reveal red, green and brown rocks.
Seaton Beach
Located at the end of the Hessenford valley, Seaton beach is a large coarse sand and shingle beach five miles east of Looe. The beach is a great family beach with large beach cafe, shop and toilets set in a quieter part of the East Cornwall Coast. The River Seaton crosses the beach, an attraction for children who can safely play here. The bathing waters are safe to swim in and the beach is quite sheltered from both by the high cliffs to the west. Parking is behind beach adjacent to the Seaton Valley Countryside Park. Seaton has a shop, pub and cafes.
The beach is bordered by flat rocks, which reveal rock pools as the tide goes out, as well as an extensive area of flat sand. At Low tide, you can walk as far as Downderry to the East and the Looe beaches in the west. Seaton beach has a promenade along the sea defenses leading to Downderry beach. Seaton Beach is very popular with dog owners who like to walk along the beach or the promenade to Downderry.
Whitsand Bay
Located between Rame Head and Portwrinkle, Whitsand Bay offer three miles of stunning sand and is considered to be one of Cornwall's hidden gems. There is parking at various points along the coast road and steep paths and steps, wind down the sloping cliffs to the Long sandy beaches at bottom. Whitsand Bay is the best place for surfing in South East Cornwall. Life Guards are stationed at Freathy during summer season - but on the rest of the coastline rip currents can make it dangerous for swimming.
Whitsand Bay
MOUNT EDGCUMBE COUNTRY PARK
At the eastern edge of the Rame Peninsula, on the banks of the Tamar river and Plymouth Sound are the 865 acres of the Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, with an orangery, Italian Garden and historic house rebuilt after the original was destroyed in the Blitz. There is also a passenger ferry to Plymouth. Nearby is the charming medieval village of St John, and the sheet of tidal water known as St John's Lake is recommended for bird-watching and its views.
At Torpoint you can enjoy a fine view of the naval dockyards at Devonport, across the stretch of the Tamar Estuary called the Hamoaze. A car ferry can take you to Plymouth itself, with its fascinating harbour and numerous attractions.
Mount Edgcumbe
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LOOE AND EAST CORNWALL HOLIDAY RENTAL
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Cornish Traditional Cottages have been letting holiday homes in Cornwall since 1964. We are a small, independent family run business and let cottages, houses, and anything in-between across the County we call home. Coastal or inland, Launceston to Lands End book your next Cornish break with a local Cornish business
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Cornish Traditional Cottages, Cornwall
phone 0871 641 0191
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Holidays in Looe with the benefit of an onsite swimming pool - to help you enjoy your Holiday in Cornwall. Looe Bay Surrounded by scenic countryside and close to pretty fishing villages, this holiday park is an ideal base for exploring South East Cornwall.
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Looe Bay Parkdean Holidays, Looe
phone 01503 272715
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Prices from £550 to £1900
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Holidays in Talland Bay with the benefit of an onsite swimming pool - to help you enjoy your Holiday in Cornwall. Talland Bay lies between Looe and Polperro and is one of the most memorable and secluded coves along the coastline of South Cornwall. It has three small beaches flanked by a rocky foreshore and a beautiful undeveloped coastline and is sheltered and safe for swimming.
Pets are Welcome at The Bay, Talland in Talland Bay -We are a Dog friendly establishment.
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The Bay, Talland, Talland Bay
phone 01483 277894
Self- catering Holiday Rental,
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Prices from £700 to £1250
Luxury family holiday accommodation sleeping 6. Located on the coastal path with beautiful views of the sea and Looe Island. Local beaches within a few minutes walk, and only a 10 minute drive from Looe with its restaurants and inns. Reduced rates for couples - out of Season Breaks. Visit Britain 4 star Gold Award - Sleeps 6
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Highwood, Looe
phone 01503 272083
Self- catering Holiday Rental,
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Prices from £410 to £750
A beautifully converted barn on the edge of a working farm. A short walk takes you down to the charming village of Polperro. Sleeps 4 + cot. Pets welcome
Pets are Welcome at The Little Barn - Polperro in Polperro -We are a Dog friendly establishment.
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The Little Barn - Polperro, Polperro
phone 01428 723819
Self- catering Holiday Cottage Rental,
Holidays Cottages on the cornish Coast - enjoy a break in a stunning Cornish coastal location - explore the beautiful beaches and coves of the Cornish Coast
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Cornish Seaview Cottages by the sea, cornwall
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Prices from £38 to £42.5
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Six en-suite luxury bedrooms with sea and rural views, Set in an exceptional peaceful location Bucklawren Bed and Breakfast has a large spacious lounge to relax, and all bedrooms are equipped with tea and coffee facilities, fridges, TV’s and hairdryers. All you need for a relaxing stay. Sleeps 12 +
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Bucklawren Farm B&B, Looe
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