Looe Walking Tours - Smugglers and Skullduggery
Overview
Tales of smugglers haunts, press gangs & skulduggery along the quaysides….as you join Mark on the tour that explores the exploits of old amongst the medieval drinking houses.
The tour commences outside of the 15th century Old Guildhall, on Higher Market Street in East Looe.
From the seafront, you’ll learn tales of the wreckers who lured boats onto the rocks, shipwrecks around Looe’s coastlines…. to royal navy pressgangs rounding up recruits, it is the Looe you never knew!
From ghostly tales of the white hare of West Looe Hill & hauntings at the Jolly Sailor - to trapped souls in the cells of the Old Guildhall… the tour will discover tales of the Town’s darker days.
During the tour, you hear about Amran & Jochabed, who lived on Looe Island & used it as a stopping point for their contraband… as well as ‘Battling Billy’ and his kegs of illicit liquor hidden inside coffins.
What's Included
- Your fun and entertaining Guide
- Snacks You will have opportunity after the tour to explore the many eateries and offerings in the Town
Meeting Location
East 1AA
Higher Market Street, The Quay, Looe PL13 1BP, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
The Quay
The Quay, Looe PL13 1AL, UK
We end our tour outside St Nicolas Church in West Looe, just near the fire station and Bus Stop.
What To Expect
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Looe
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Old Guildhall Museum & Gaol
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
East Looe Beach and Seafront
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Banjo Pier
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Looe Bridge
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Quay
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Parish of Saint Nicholas
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The tour is on flat, paved surfaces with a gentle slope over the bridge. We go at a slow pace and make plenty of stops
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-5598408P3
Reviews
Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 12 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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