Walk the streets and quays of Looe where BBC's Beyond Paradise filmed key scenes. This 2-mile, 90-minute guided tour mixes local history, coastal geology and on-set stories with riverside views.
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You step off the quay and the river pulls your eye east: old stone bridges, a seven-arched span, and fishermen’s crates stacked like stage props. Wind from the English Channel tugs at the hem of your jacket as the guide begins, pointing out façades and lanes that doubled for the fictional Shipton Abbot.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours (90 minutes)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal elevation and mostly paved surfaces.
Wildlife
History
Looe developed as a working fishing port from medieval times; its tight streets and harbor were practical trade features that later lent themselves to film production.
Conservation
Stick to marked paths, avoid disturbing nesting birds, and carry out all waste; Looe Island is a protected nature reserve and sensitive to visitor disturbance.
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Watch the tide for the optional ferry
A short ferry crossing may run depending on tide and service—check with the guide and plan extra time if you want to cross.
Wear grippy shoes
Route is paved but can be slippery near the quay and after rain—sturdy walking shoes reduce slips.
Bring a compact camera or zoom lens
Architectural details and distant island views photograph best with a modest zoom for close-ups.
Arrive early for riverside light
Arrive 10–15 minutes before departure to use the best light for photos and to meet the guide.
Sturdy walking shoes
Provide traction on wet cobbles and quayside pavement.
Waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry against coastal spray and sudden rain.
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Light daypack
Holds water, camera, and layers without weighing you down.
Compact binoculars
Helps spot details across the river and out to Looe Island.
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