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East and West Looe are joined by a seven arched Victorian bridge crossing the River Looe.
West Looe is built around the church of St Nicholas which dates from around the early 1300s, the tower has a campanile belfry and in the early 19th century contained a ‘Scold’s Cage’ in which nagging women were placed. The Jolly Sailor Inn dates from the 16th century.
In East Looe the old Guildhall dates from the 16th century, Looe Island has the ruins of a medieval monastery and the church of St Mary’s has a 13th century tower and is a landmark for sailors.
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- Landmark