Looe Walking Tours - Historic Tales
5.0 / 5 · 20 traveler reviews
Hi, I am Mark, your experienced guide and I offer a fun and informative tour, with stories of not just history, but the people who lived in the town and the characters that make the town what it is today. You will start off by meeting ‘Nelson’ our ‘Grand Old Man of the Sea’ and from there we will wind our way through the beautiful harbour town, the hidden backstreets, the quay side and the wonderful bridge ending up at our magnificent beachfront and ‘Banjo Pier’ Along the way learn about the history of the town, its building and its people. See the hidden streets and buildings that you wouldn’t normally see, and hear stories fo the characters that have worked here . The tour is fun, light and informative, and you are free to ask me questions to make the most of your experience. I will recommend local places to eat and drink, and know the area well. I hope you will come along and I look forward to welcome you, Mark
Your experience
Stop 1
Exploring the streets and haunts of East and West Looe, you will discover tales of the characters who lived here, the history behind the town and stories about how the town got to be how it is today. We spend 90 minutes exploring and discovering the hidden gems of our beautiful harbour town. Some of the attractions are listed below, but many are hidden away that only we will discover!!
Stop 2
We will spend time on Pennyland meeting 'Nelson' and then talk about the old Sardine Factory, the influence of the fishing industry, before heading to West Looe Quay and beyond
Stop 3
St Nicholas Church has a fascinating history and tales of smuggling and religious fractions in the town
Stop 4
We will talk about the original Looe Bridge(s) and their influence on the town.
Stop 5
The magnificent views over the bay, and we will talk about how the beach was used, the lifeboats and the influence on the town
Stop 6
We will talk about the wonderful history of the Guildhall, built in 1450, and the many changes it has seen, including Royal Charters, Coats of Arms and tales of the magistrates courts here.
What’s included
- Your fun and entertaining Guide
Not included
- Snacks
Meeting and pickup
We meet just by the bus stop opposite the fire station in the Quayside Centre, West Looe Quay. My name is Mark and I will be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the start time. I wear a branded Polo shirt and carry a branded A3 case with Looe Walking Tours Logo on.
Before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour is on flat, paved surfaces with a gentle slope over the bridge. We go at a slow pace and make plenty of stops
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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