Looe - Cornwall

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Looe is a major tourist and fishing town in SE Cornwall. It conjures up the essence of Cornwall with its historic buildings and scenery to die for.


ŠJohn Pengelley

Looe, history and present-day details

Looe is a major tourist and fishing town in SE Cornwall. It conjures up the essence of Cornwall with its historic buildings and scenery to die for.

Locals tend to refer to the town as East or West Looe, which were in fact two towns originally, each with its own seat at parliament. There has been a bridge between East and West Looe from the 1650s. The present bridge replaced the old during the mid 19th century.

Looe was and still is a market town, harvesting the seas and selling the produce from East Looe. Today, Looe attracts thousands of visitors and is part of Cornwall's tourist industry and playing a large part in Cornwall's fragile economy.

Visitors to Looe get a bit of everything from Cornwall. We have quaint old shops, restaurants and pubs with narrow winding lanes. Walk along the river and sea fishermen at work and leisure craft. We have a sandy beach with a safe bay for swimming and paddling about. There is also an abundance of coastal walks to take in the beauty of this area.

ŠJohn Pengelley

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Porth Avallen Hotel

Carlyon Bay, Cornwall

Porth Avallen Hotel

From our country house hotel by the sea, the only thing we overlook is the bay. Our spectacular clifftop location offers a 180 degree sea view over Carlyon Bay. Set in award-winning gardens, this privately owned hotel is family-run and has the cosy ambience of a country house by the sea. We offer an ideal base base for exploring Cornwall's many attractions. The South West Coastal Path is just yards from the hotel entrance and you can walk for miles along the coastline. We offer ample free parking in our private car park, disabled access to all public areas and high-speed Wi-Fi broadband access. All rooms are en suite and well-appointed. A children's tariff is available. Please contact reservations for full details. Our staff offer a warm welcome and friendly service. This combined with comfortable surroundings and delightful cuisine, ensure a memorable visit and one we are sure you will want to repeat.

Bedrooms: 28


Quality Hotel Plymouth

Plymouth, Devon

Quality Hotel Plymouth

Offering some superb uninterrupted views from its position on the crest of Plymouth Hoe, this well positioned hotel is ideal for visiting Plymouth or for exploring the West Country. Quality Hotel Plymouth offers you a fantastic setting where you can experience some magnificent views of Plymouth Sound and the surrounding hills and coastline. The hotel benefits from a large free car park, while internet access is available on-site (at an additional cost). All of the rooms are equipped with a private bathroom as well as standard 3-star facilities, a tempting room service menu is also available. Located adjacent to Plymouth Hoe, Plymouth city centre is a short 5 minute walk away, while the University of Plymouth, the shopping district and the Barbican waterfront are also close by. Alternatively you can ask reception for details of regional attractions including the National Marine Aquarium, Eden Project, Dartmoor, Paignton and Brixham.

Bedrooms: 112


China Fleet Country Club

Saltash, Cornwall

China Fleet Country Club

This leading golf and leisure club is set in 180 acres of beautiful Cornish countryside, just over the Tamar Bridge. China Fleet Country Club offers an excellent range of facilities, including a championship golf course, a 25-metre leisure pool and a 28-bay, floodlit driving range. There is also a fitness suite, a spa with Jacuzzi, a steam room, a sauna and a health and beauty suite. The spacious apartments are equipped with free broadband, satellite TV and tea and coffee-making facilities. The Farmhouse Restaurant at China Fleet has recently been awarded one AA Rosette in recognition of its quality food. China Fleet also boasts a brasserie, bars and a coffee shop.

Bedrooms: 40


Boringdon Hall Hotel

Plymouth, Devon

Boringdon Hall Hotel

Boringdon Hall is set in its own grounds on the edge of Dartmoor. The hotel combines the charm and ambiance of years gone by with every modern comfort. There is character in abundance here with original architectural features retained such as deep walls, huge fireplaces and ornate ceilings. A variety of bedrooms, including a number of four-posters, are available. Dinner is served in the wonderful Gallery Restaurant, which overlooks the Great Hall.

Bedrooms: 41


The Carlyon Bay Hotel

St Austell, Cornwall, Cornwall

The Carlyon Bay Hotel

With a magnificent cliff-top location and stunning sea views, this refined 4-star hotel boasts AA Rosette-winning cuisine, an 18-hole championship golf course and an exclusive spa. During their stay, guests can unwind and recuperate in the comfortable surroundings, whilst benefiting from the hotel's range of superb facilities, which include indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools, 2 tennis courts, 2 full-size snooker tables and a croquet lawn. The immaculate golfing facilities include the 18-hole championship golf course, which is free to residents, a 9-hole approach course, a driving range and putting greens. The hotel is the ideal place for a restful, relaxing and restorative break and the wonderful spa facilities make it a great choice for a luxurious weekend of pampering or a little well-earned indulgence. The spa facilities include a steam room, sauna, experience shower, hydro-spa pool, beauty therapy rooms, a fitness suite and relaxing hot loungers.

Bedrooms: 86


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