PL13 2RQ

The postcode points to a spot just outside Looe, a working fishing town that's genuinely worth your time if you're staying nearby. Without specific details about what landmark sits here, it's worth asking locals when you arrive - sometimes the best discoveries aren't the ones with websites and opening hours.

Looe itself is the real draw. It's split between East and West Looe, connected by a Victorian bridge, and the harbour is proper busy with fishing boats and day-trippers. The town has that slightly faded seaside charm without being too polished or twee. You can walk the coastal path in either direction, grab fresh fish at the market, or simply sit with a pint watching the boats.

If you're camping at Killigarth Manor or Tencreek - both within spitting distance - you've got excellent access to the coast. The larger parks like Waterside at Tregoad offer more facilities but you'll trade proximity for space. Looe works well as a base for a week. It's quiet enough that you won't feel overwhelmed, but there's enough going on: galleries, decent pubs, a small cinema, and enough walking to keep families occupied.

The area gets busy in summer school holidays, so if you can visit May or September, you'll find the town far more relaxed. Parking around the harbour fills up quickly, so arrive early or use the car parks on the outskirts and walk in. It's only ten minutes from the water.