Looe
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Looe is situated on both sides of the river of the same name. It has been a holiday resort for more than 200 years, and has relayed more heavily on the tourist industry since its pilchard canning factory closed in the sixties.
There are plenty of boating and fishing trips setting out from the harbour during the season. In addition, there are several beaches very close to the town. On a rainy day, there is always the Old Guildhall Museum.
Not far from Looe, is the smaller port of Polperro. Although this is still a quaint old Cornish fishing village from a distance, closer inspection reveals a surfeit of touristy gift shops. However, the narrow streets and pretty cottages are still undeniably attractive.
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Bucklawren Gallery Restaurant - Looe - Food is freshly prepared on-site using free range and local produce.
Keveral Farm - Looe - An organic farming community, established in 1973. The farm is owned and managed co-operatively by members of the Looe community.
Looe - Cornwall - Website promoting Looe as a fishing and holiday destination. Conatains accommodation, travel and historical information
Looe Golf Club - A heath and parkland course set in stunning countryside with panoramic views to the coast and moors. This par 70 course was designed by six times Open winner Harry Vardon
Looe Island.com - The website for Looe or St George\'s Island, Cornwall.
Looe Pier Webcam - Live Webcam on The Gulls Hotel overlooking Banjo pier and beach
Looe River Webcam - 2 views across the river from the Old Bridgehouse Hotel. Views update every 5 seconds
Looe Sailing Club - Yacht club with regular RS400s, Enterprise, Redwing, Laser, and Mirror dinghy racing.