News – Looe Town Council

Christmas Lantern Making Workshop

Tuesday October 13th, 2026/in News /by Events and Communications Officer

Get creative and help light up Looe’s annual Lantern Parade!

Join us on Saturday 7th November, 10am-1pm for a free Christmas Lantern Making Workshop, funded by Looe Town Council as a gift to residents of Looe.

Once you’ve made your lantern, bring it along to the Lantern Parade on Friday 27th November, meeting at 6:30pm outside Looe Library and the Town Council Offices.

Workshop places are limited and booking is essential.

Email: enquiries@looetowncouncil.gov.uk (Subject: Lantern Workshop)

Phone: 01872 322053

Suitable for children aged 8+, with all groups required to include an adult.

We look forward to seeing your creations at this year’s parade!

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Looe and Quiberon Celebrate 50 Years of Friendship

Tuesday October 13th, 2026/in News /by Events and Communications Officer

Looe proudly welcomed visitors from its twin town of Quiberon, Brittany, over the weekend as the two communities celebrated the 50th anniversary of their twinning partnership.

The celebrations marked an important milestone in the relationship between Looe and Quiberon, with residents and visitors coming together to celebrate the friendship between the two towns and look ahead to the next chapter of the partnership.

The weekend commenced with a Flag Raising Ceremony at the War Memorial, attended by residents, visitors and representatives from both communities. During the ceremony, five flags were raised by young people from Looe Community Academy, symbolising the friendship and connections between the two towns.

Following the ceremony, guests gathered at the Guildhall, where pupils from Looe Primary Academy gave a special performance to mark the occasion.

A varied programme of activities followed throughout the weekend, showcasing the very best of Looe. Visitors enjoyed a guided walking tour of the town, a visit to the RNLI Lifeboat Station, a boat trip around Looe Island, a traditional fish and chip supper and a reception at the Heritage Centre.

The celebrations concluded on Sunday with a commemorative lunch at The Sardine Factory, where a special scroll was signed to mark this significant anniversary and reaffirm the friendship between the two communities.

Mayor of Looe, Councillor Stephen Remington, said: “It was a pleasure to welcome our visitors from Quiberon to Looe and celebrate this important milestone. The weekend provided a wonderful opportunity to recognise the friendship between our two towns and bring our communities together through a programme of memorable events and activities. As we mark 50 years of twinning, we celebrate the connections that have been formed and the strong foundations that exist to build new connections for future generations.”

Mayor of Quiberon, Patrick Le Roux, added: “It was an unforgettable visit filled with wonderful encounters, beautiful ceremonies, and cultural and culinary discoveries. We were impressed and deeply touched by the warm hospitality of the people of Looe and Cornwall.”

“The friendship between Looe and Quiberon is also a friendship between Cornwall and Brittany, and between Great Britain and France. We look forward to welcoming the people of Looe to Quiberon in the near future.”

The weekend provided a fitting opportunity to celebrate 50 years of twinning between Looe and Quiberon and to look ahead to the next chapter of the partnership between the two towns.

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Royal British Legion Wreaths for Remembrance Sunday

Friday October 9th, 2026/in News /by Events and Communications Officer

Royal British Legion wreaths for Remembrance Sunday can be collected from Monday 26th October.

Please call Annette to arrange collection on 01503 264130.

FAQ – Reopening of Guildhall toilets

Monday October 5th, 2026/in News /by Town Clerk

Looe Town Council took on the management of the town’s public toilets from Cornwall Council in 2017 to prevent them being closed completely. Since then, we have undertaken limited maintenance but this year, we are planning a more comprehensive programme of refurbishment and maintenance including a complete refit at The Guildhall and roof repair at Seafront. Going forward, both Millpool and Hannafore will require significant maintenance work.

Why are you introducing charging at The Guildhall?

Most of the cost of running and maintaining the public toilets in Looe comes from Looe residents’ council tax. We estimate that will be around £220,000 this year. We do get some income from the toilets that currently charge to offset that, but earlier this year, Councillors agreed that charging would be introduced at all the toilet blocks, phased over time and beginning at The Guildhall. This is so that the running costs can be shared more fairly between Looe residents and those who use the facilities. We do not currently have a timetable for introducing charging at Hannafore and West Looe as that is dependent on other factors such as the maintenance timings.

Does this include the accessible toilets?

Yes it does as we have had issues with inappropriate use of radar keys in the past.

How much will it cost?

It will cost 40p to use a Looe Town Council toilet

Do local residents get a discount?

If you have a PL13 postcode, you can get a Residents’ Toilet Card. This costs just £5 and once you’ve paid, you have the card forever. You’ll then get free entry into any of the toilets that charge (up to 30 visits per month). That means even if you only keep your card for a year, each toilet visit will cost just over 1p.

You can buy your toilet card from Looe Library & Community Hub.

Who do I contact if I have any further queries?

Please direct any queries to enquiries@looetowncouncil.gov.uk

Could You Use A New Community Space In Looe?

Friday October 2nd, 2026/in News /by Events and Communications Officer

Looe Town Council is exploring the future of the former Family Hub / Children’s Centre building in East Looe.

We’re particularly keen to hear from people who run – or would like to start – a group, class, club, workshop, activity, service or event in Looe.

The building has a large hall, smaller rooms, kitchen facilities and other flexible spaces. We want to understand who might use it, what they would use it for, how often, and what facilities would make it work for them.

So, if you already run something locally, need a different or bigger space, currently travel outside Looe to find somewhere suitable, or have an idea for a new activity you’d like to start, please take a few minutes to complete our survey.

We’d also like to hear from residents about activities or services they would like to see happening there.

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/eMb92Xn4Fp

Please share with anyone you think might be interested.

Could You Be Looe’s Next Town Councillor?

Thursday September 24th, 2026/in News /by Events and Communications Officer

Looe Town Council is inviting residents to consider becoming a Town Councillor, with three vacancies currently available.

Serving as a Town Councillor is a rewarding opportunity to represent the local community, contribute to important decisions, and help shape the future of Looe. Councillors play a vital role in supporting local services, championing community initiatives, and ensuring that residents’ views are heard.

The Council is keen to hear from people of all backgrounds who are passionate about Looe and want to make a positive difference in the town. Whether you have experience in public service, business, education, community groups, or simply care about the place where you live, your skills and perspective could help benefit the community.

No previous council experience is required, and support is available to help new councillors understand the role and responsibilities involved.

Steps to Find Out More

📧 Email enquiries@looetowncouncil.gov.uk with any questions.

🌐 View our Councillor Information Pack: https://shorturl.at/jn1lX

Important Dates

📅 Application deadline: 16 October 2026

Applicants will be required to attend the Full Council Meeting on 27 October 2026 to take part in an interview as part of process.

Message from the Mayor: Celebrating 50 Years of Twinning with Quiberon

Monday September 21st, 2026/in News /by Events and Communications Officer

October 2026 sees the fiftieth anniversary of the signing of the original twinning agreement between Looe and Quiberon.

We are honoured that a delegation, led by Patrick Le Roux, Mayor of Quiberon, will be visiting Looe on 10th and 11th October and we will be arranging a great Looe welcome for them – rain or shine!

The weekend will start with a flag raising ceremony, open to all, at our flagpoles by the War Memorial at 10:00 on Saturday 10 October. Why not come along to this once in a generation event and share in this celebration when five different flags will be raised, some specially designed for the occasion?

We also plan a walking and tasting tour – many thanks to the businesses who will welcome our visitors for a taste of the best Looe has to offer. The Quiberon delegation will go on boat trips around the island, weather conditions permitting. Receptions are being given by East Looe Town Trust and the Harbour Commission and there will be a civic lunch attended by the High Sheriff of Cornwall.

Above all, we want this weekend to be the launchpad for a thoroughly modern twinning between our two towns. Quiberon and Looe chose each other fifty years ago because of our many similarities – population size, marriage to the sea, popular tourist destination, rich heritage and sense of community.

Now perhaps, added to all that, we share modern challenges in a turbulent world where things may be less clear than they were half a century back. We believe that solutions may be found closer to home, communities working together to confront the impact of global events, and we believe that partnership with a friendly and similar community across the water can add to our ideas and our optimism.

Stephen Remington
Mayor of Looe

Looe Library & Community Hub to Open Six Days a Week

Monday September 21st, 2026/in News /by Events and Communications Officer

We are pleased to announce that from October, Looe Library & Community Hub will be open six days a week, providing residents and visitors with even greater access to library services and community facilities.

The library offers much more than book lending. Visitors can enjoy a quiet place to read or study, use public computers, access local information, and take part in regular groups and free activities.

New Opening Times

Monday: 9.30am – 1.00pm
Tuesday: 9.30am – 5.00pm
Wednesday: 9.30am – 1.00pm
Thursday: 9.30am – 5.00pm
Friday: 9.30am – 1.00pm
Saturday: 10.00am – 2.00pm

The Library & Community Hub is a welcoming space for people of all ages and plays an important role in supporting the local community. Whether you’re looking for your next great read, a place to work or study, information about local services, or simply somewhere to relax, we look forward to welcoming you.

Looe Library & Community Hub
Millpool, West Looe, PL13 2AF

Advertising Opportunity Available in Looe’s Public Toilets

Tuesday September 15th, 2026/in News /by Events and Communications Officer

Looking for a unique way to promote your business, event or service?

Looe Town Council’s Looe’s Loos advertising scheme currently has space available for a new advertiser.

Not only does this provide valuable exposure for your business, but it also helps support the upkeep of Looe’s public toilet facilities, a vital service for residents and visitors alike.

✅ Advertise your business, event or attraction

✅ Reach approximately 150,000 users of Looe’s public toilets each year

✅ Choose from a range of advertising locations

✅ 12-month advertising opportunity

✅ Refresh your artwork up to four times a year

Every advertisement helps contribute towards the maintenance and running of our public toilet facilities.

Interested in finding out more?

📧 Contact deputy.clerk@looetowncouncil.gov.uk

Cleaning & Maintenance operative advert (final)

Cleaning & Maintenance Operative Vacancy

Monday September 14th, 2026/in News /by Events and Communications Officer

We currently have a vacancy for a Cleaning & Maintenance Operative at Looe Town Council.

The Cleaning & Maintenance Operative is responsible for daily cleaning of public conveniences, and the cleaning and maintenance of other Council property as required to ensure that public assets and facilities are maintained to a high standard throughout the town.

In this role, your key accountabilities will be:

To open, close and lock public conveniences, carry out daily cleaning of all sites and clear rubbish from the buildings so that services are available at agreed time and are clean, tidy and safe for public use.
To replenish stocks of consumables and cleaning materials at toilet sites and advise the Cleaning & Maintenance Supervisor of stock requirements so that Council assets remain fully supplied as required.
To routinely inspect public conveniences for damage or defects, and make safe by isolation, repair or other means, restricting access where necessary and bringing to the attention of the Cleaning and Maintenance Supervisor so that permanent repairs can be made and there is no further risk to users of the premises.
To report any observed or suspected misuse of the public conveniences, e.g. graffiti, vandalism, drug use) to the Town Clerk or Deputy Clerk so that other agencies can be informed as necessary.
To carry out regular high-level and deep cleaning at all public conveniences so that high standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained.
To carry out minor, non-specialist repairs to Looe Town Council owned property, equipment and assets to ensure Council facilities remain available and in good repair.
To identify any equipment, spares, materials and/or consumables required for the completion of general maintenance/repairs and order these through the Cleaning & Maintenance Supervisor or Deputy Clerk so that necessary work can be completed within the required timescale.
To respond to requests from Council Officers to carry out any emergency repairs that are required to make property safe for Councillors, employees and public use.
To undertake other tasks and activities as required that are appropriate to the grade of this job so that the Council team work effectively together to deliver good public services.
To demonstrate our corporate values in all tasks and activities: being Creative; Thoughtful; Efficient; Courageous; and Inclusive, as well as upholding the Nolan Principles of Public Life to ensure that Looe Town Council achieves its mission: to engage with our community and help lead positive change.

22.5 hours per week.

SCP 5-8 £26,427 – £27,709 pro rata to include weekends.

Closing date: Wednesday 30th September 2026. To apply please email your CV to deputy.clerk@looetowncouncil.gov.uk