Walks near Looe

Talland Bay and Looe Walk

2 September 2024

A five mile walk best suited to the energetic as the paths are rough in places with some steep ascent/descent (and muddy in winter!). Start from the car park at Talland Bay and turn left through the kissing gate onto the coastal path. Climb the steps and follow the path to Looe. Enjoy the dramatic coastline with rugged cliffs and stunning scenery as you drop down into the town. Looe is a great place to stop for a break and sightseeing so enjoy your time there before heading back either the way you came or by turning inland, up West Looe Hill onto the main Polperro Road turning left before you reach it to the sharp right-hand bend at Tencreek. Follow the footpath through the caravan park and keep to the waymarkers through the fields to the bottom. On reaching the road turn right toTalland Bay. Not suitable wheelchair users or pushchairs.

Looe to Polperro Walk

A delightful five and a half mile coastal walk visiting a sixth century monastery on the way. Stop off at one of the beaches en-route and enjoy a picnic or visit one of the many cafes or pubs for a well deserved break in the picturesque village of Polperro.

Seaton Valley Countryside Park

Here you'll find a local nature reserve of 53 hectares where you can spot wildlife including kingfishers, otters and dormice. A circular walk of around 2 miles will take you through the park, along the river side and along Seaton beach. Parking is available and an outside gym, play area and sensory garden.

Talland Bay & Giant's Hedge Walk

From Looe station this walk takes you through the wooded estuary of the West Looe River and along the South West Coastal Path. The is a fairly challenging walk of nearly seven and a half miles with some steep ascent and descent.

The Looe River Valleys by Rail and Ramble

Take a look at this lovely walk of six and a half miles which starts after a short train journey. The details are on the aa.com website and you'll find lots of lovely walks in the area on here too.