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Looe
Image by Matt Jessop - supplied by Visit Cornwall
East Looe and West Looe originated as separate towns. They were what is called "planted boroughs" and first mention of them is in 1201.
The town towns were joined by an estuary bridge, the earliest in Cornwall, by 1411. The Illustrated Journeys of Celia Fiennes 1685 - c.1712 ,ed. Christopher Morris, London, 1982 records that she recorded the bridge as having 14 arches in 1698. The bridge was replaced in 1853 by a new one about a hundred yards further upstream.
The Guildhall is believed to have been built about 1500 and one house is dated 1555 and another 1632. The Golden Guinea restaurant is one of many ancient houses still in use today and whose interiors, in some cases, give more clues to their age than do the later exteriors which have disguised them.
Upcoming Events
Kernowfornia Festival - Friday 04 September 2026 to Sunday 06 September 2026
Kernowfornia Festival is not your average festival - Kernowfornia is built by dreamers for dreamers, alternatives & families alike.
With our unique location on the beautiful East Looe Beach, the festival features both internationally renowned acts and local musicians, across 2 stages on the beach. Kernowfornia Festival supports grass roots, original music, whilst also supporting charities and community projects. Join us for year two from 4th - 6th September 2026 and discover Looe and all the amazing things there are to do in this historic seaside town.
Check out & listen to the line up so far here.
Buy tickets here.
