Looe Island is a marine nature reserve and the water surrounding it is teeming with wildlife. It is said that Jesus visited the island with his uncle, Joseph of Arimathea. It's nickname St George arose after it was said to have been mistaken for an allied ship during WW2 and bombed. Henceforth being known as HMS St George.

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Hike the moderate Polperro to Looe Coast Path, a 9.5-mile (15.3 km) route with coastal views and charming villages.

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2. South West Coast Path: Looe to Talland Bay

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Hike the moderate 7.0-mile (11.2 km) South West Coast Path from Looe to Talland Bay, enjoying views of Looe Island and coastal scenery.

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3. Looe Clock Tower – Talland Coastal Path loop from Looe

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Looe, South West England, England, United Kingdom

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Talland Coastal Path

West Looe Harbor and Hannafore Beach

Hore Stone Point

Bodigga Cliff

Looe Clock Tower

Polperro Harbour

Pont Pill Tidal Creek

View of Talland Bay

Polperro Cliffside Stairs

Joyce's Bench and Rocky Shore, Cornwall National Landscape

View of Lantic Bay and Pencarrow Head

View of Looe Island and Coastline

View of Looe Island

1. Polperro to Looe Coast Path

2. South West Coast Path: Looe to Talland Bay

3. Looe Clock Tower – Talland Coastal Path loop from Looe

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