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Old Guildhall Museum and Gaol
Local museum on Fore Street covering fishing, smuggling and community life. A compact introduction to Looe’s past in the heart of town.
Trains from Newquay to Looe run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 19:20. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 6:30 |
Last train 19:20 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Local museum on Fore Street covering fishing, smuggling and community life. A compact introduction to Looe’s past in the heart of town.
Independent gallery showing contemporary Cornish art and craft near the harbour. A good stop for local creative work in a central setting.
Artist studio and gallery space in Looe featuring coastal-inspired work. Worth a short visit for a contemporary local art perspective.
Looe’s main sandy beach, popular for paddling, views and easy access from town. A classic seaside stop for first-time visitors.
The historic main street of East Looe, lined with old buildings and independent shops. Ideal for a stroll between the harbour and beach.
A broad sandy bay west of town with cliff scenery and a quieter feel than central Looe. Popular for walks, swimming and sunsets.
Fresh pilchards landed in Cornish ports, often grilled or baked. They are a long-standing local catch and a classic taste of Cornwall’s fishing heritage.
A baked pastry filled traditionally with beef, potato, swede and onion. It is Cornwall’s best-known handheld meal, long linked with miners and workers.
Crab caught off the Cornish coast, usually served simply in sandwiches or salads. It is prized for sweet meat and strong links to local fishing communities.
Well-known waterside fish restaurant serving local catch, shellfish and classic Cornish dishes in a friendly, traditional atmosphere.
Harbourside seafood restaurant known for fresh local fish and shellfish in a relaxed setting overlooking the water.
Popular casual seafood spot by the harbour, best for fresh fish, crab and simple Cornish lunches with harbour views.
Looe is moderate for a UK seaside town. Summer stays cost more, but pubs, cafés and local buses are generally manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in cafés and for taxis. No tip is expected for counter service.
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Most Newquay to Looe trains use the Newquay to Looe station pair. Use this guide to compare Newquay and Looe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newquay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Newquay.
Wi-Fi is available at Newquay.
Ticket office support is available at Newquay.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newquay: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Newquay: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newquay: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Looe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Looe.
Wi-Fi is available at Looe.
Ticket office support is available at Looe.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Looe: Parking.
Available at Looe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Looe: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The public phone box is not accessible at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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