Location: Looe
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Looe (/ˈluː/; Cornish: Logh, lit. "deep water inlet") is a small coastal town, fishing port and civil parish in south-east Cornwall, England, with a population of 5,280 at the 2011 census.
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1. Pelynt and the St West Looe Valley
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
A circular walk in the West Looe valley to St Nonna's Well (also known as St Nun) where the local legend is that if a bent pin is not left as an offering, clouds of piskies will accompany the visitor home and cause mischief. 6.4 miles. Steepness: moderate.
2. The Monkey Sanctuary
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4.5 based on 996 reviews
Support a charity and visit Wild Futures Monkey Sanctuary offering a safe haven for monkeys since 1964. Nestled into the side of the south Cornish coast between Looe and Seaton, Wild Futures’ Monkey Sanctuary cares for a range of different species of rescued monkeys, giving visitors an intimate insight to a working sanctuary and a chance to meet some of its amazing monkey residents and wildlife inhabitants. There’s a lot to do for the whole family who can take a tour of the monkey enclosures and learn about these fascinating animals from the team of expert carers. It’s not just monkeys though! Kids will love the wild play area where they can learn about the environment around them and let off some steam in the playground. Take a gentle stroll around the beautiful Wildlife Gardens and check out the sea view.
Reviewed By S9370NTdianeb - New Forest National Park Hampshire, United Kingdom
The monkey sanctuary is exactly what it says a 'sanctuary' .The people who run it are so knowledgeable and give you lots of information on all the monkeys they have rescued. The vegetarian and vegan food is lovely. We all had alovely day out.
3. Talland Bay & the Giant's Hedge Walk
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4.5 based on 39 reviews
An inspirational South West Coast Path walk for those who don’t mind a challenge, this route takes in an important 1200 years old ancient boundary wall. This varied walk wanders through the wooded estuary of the West Looe River before crossing the coastal plateau to Talland where it joins the SWCP and follows it back to Looe station.
Reviewed By S1m0nJW
We followed the Kilminorth Woods red route for a beautiful morning walk while staying in Looe. Enjoyed it so much we ran the route in reverse later in the day. There are three clearly signposted walks marked in the woods; Red is the longest at about 3 miles between West Looe Car Park and Watergate. Stunning views, with sightings of kingfisher, many little egrets, heron, cormorants, sparrowhawk and bullfinches in the woods. The sights changed throughout the day as the river is tidal. The red route is challenging in places - some steep climbs and steps but alternatives are marked clearly. One of our highlights of Looe and highly recommend for keen walkers and runners
4. East Looe Beach
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4.5 based on 358 reviews
The beach in East Looe sits directly in front of the old town, sheltered from the west by the famous Banjo Pier and overlooked from the east by the hillside of Mount Ararat. Owned and maintained by East Looe Town Trust, East Looe beach is a good family beach that has something for everyone. At low tide there is a large gently sloping sandy beach which is generally safe for swimming, although it is always recommended to check the weather and water quality conditions. The beach backs on to the promenade that runs the length of the beach all the way to ‘Second Beach’ just to the east. The rock / sand beach here is a great spot to get away from the crowds and good for snorkelling. The main beach is closed to dogs however you are welcome to allow your dogs to enjoy the Second Beach. The promenade itself has plenty of benches to sit and relax on, and beautiful flowerbeds that are maintained by Looe in Bloom all year round. On our promenade you will also find a free water refill station.
Reviewed By Mojoblue717 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Not been here for over 40 years, place brought back many happy memories of family seaside holidays. For the initiated, Looe is split into West & East, with the main town and beach area being in East Looe, and the town divided by the River Looe. Parking is at a premium in the town ,close to the beach, so bit of a walk from the car parks near the bridge which joins the 2 parts. The beach itself is quite flat, clean and a lovely place to spend a sunny day, but does get busy. Pleasant boat trips from the adjoining quayside go out to Looe Island, some way offshore, and although we didn't do it, I gather there is an excellent coastal walk between Looe and nearby Polperro, taking in Talland Bay. Well worth a visit
5. Millendreath Beach
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4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By NobertSharp14 - Bristol, United Kingdom
We stayed 500m up the road from Millendreath Beach. It’s a private beach, so it’s lovely and clean, whilst it’s not the biggest beach, it is certainly still beautiful. Water is lovely and clean and we have 2 dogs who were also able to run around and go swimming so they loved it as well. There’s a lovely cafe on the seafront as well, which serve breakfast, lunch and dinner and hot and cold drinks as well as Alcoholic drinks! Really lovely little place to go to!
6. Kilminorth Woods
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Gixer58 - Llanelli, United Kingdom
What a lovely walk, along the river, by the Giant's Hedge and into Looe - really beautiful place, several walks and worth trying them all
