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

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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

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Looe Library & Community Hub to Open Six Days a Week

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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

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Advertising Opportunity Available in Looe’s Public Toilets

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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

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Cleaning & Maintenance Operative Vacancy

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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

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Looe and Quiberon Twinning Celebrations Begin with French Fun Palace

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October marks a very special milestone for Looe as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of our town twinning with Quiberon.

The anniversary celebrations will begin on Saturday 3 October with a French Fun Palace at Looe Library & Community Hub, taking place from 10am to 2pm.

This free community event will offer a taste of Breton and French culture, with a varied programme including live music from Ilow Splann, Cornish bagpipes, a welcome from the Mayor of Looe, a special performance by the Bards of the Cornish Gorsedh, French-themed activities, language fun and opportunities to learn more about the twinning relationship between Looe and Quiberon.

Event Details

📅 Saturday 3 October 2026
🕙 10am to 2pm
📍 Looe Library & Community Hub

10am Cornish Bagpipes

10-11am Live music from Ilow Splann

11am Welcome from the Mayor of Looe

A special performance by Bards of the Cornish Gorsedh. A celebratory poem composed and performed by Mark Camp, accompanied by Dr Ken George and his wife Malou, with translations in Cornish & Breton

11.15am Twinning Quiz (Adults/Families)

11.30am French Fun & Conversation with Heather & Louis (Junior Library)

12pm – 1pm Live music from Ilow Splann

Plus, enjoy free coffee & croissants, Breton themed bead craft, write a postcard to Quiberon (in French) & borrow books that are currently popular at Quiberon Library.

The event is free to attend and everyone is welcome.

Looe Town Crier competition (FINAL)

Could You Be Looe’s Town Crier?

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Looe Town Council is inviting applications from enthusiastic individuals interested in becoming the town’s official Town Crier.

The Town Crier plays an important role in community life, representing Looe at civic and community events, welcoming visitors and dignitaries, and delivering traditional proclamations on special occasions throughout the year.

The Council is keen to hear from people who are confident, outgoing and passionate about supporting their local community. No previous experience is necessary.

This voluntary role offers a unique opportunity to become an ambassador for Looe, helping to promote the town and represent it at a variety of community, civic and ceremonial occasions.

Looe Mayor, Stephen Remington, said “Looe has been without a Town Crier for too long and we want to put that right. We are looking for someone who enjoys meeting people, supporting local activities and representing Looe with pride. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity, and we would encourage anyone interested to get in touch.”

Anyone interested in the role is invited to email a few details about themselves and explain why they would like to become Looe’s Town Crier to enquiries@looetowncouncil.gov.uk. Closing date is Monday 19 October 2026.

Guildhall Toilets

Guildhall Public Toilets Closed for Refurbishment

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Reminder: The public toilets at the Guildhall will be closed for refurbishment from Monday 7 September until Wednesday 30 September.
During this period, we will be:
✅ Removing the existing sanitary ware and cubicles
✅ Lifting the old flooring
✅ Installing a new hardwearing resin floor
✅ Fitting brand new sanitary ware and cubicles
The new resin floor has been chosen because it is significantly more durable and longer lasting than vinyl flooring. However, it requires warm, dry conditions to cure properly.
While summer would provide ideal installation conditions, closing the facilities during the peak visitor season was not considered appropriate. Equally, waiting until October would carry a much higher risk of unsuitable weather conditions, potentially affecting the quality of the installation.
Unfortunately, there is no ideal time to undertake works of this nature. By carrying out the refurbishment in September, we can complete the project while minimising disruption and avoid the possibility of a much longer closure throughout the winter months.
During this time the nearest toilets will be at the seafront. We appreciate the inconvenience this temporary closure may cause and thank residents and visitors for their patience while these important improvements are carried out.
If you have any questions about the refurbishment works, please email enquiries@looetowncouncil.gov.uk and a member of the team will be happy to help.
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West Muchlarnick Rainforest Restoration Project

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Looe Town Council were delighted to be invited along to one of Cornwall Wildlife Trust’s guided tours at the West Muchlarnick rainforest restoration project, which is part of the nationwide temperate rainforest restoration programme to remove carbon from our atmosphere and assist nature to recover.

The project at West Muchlarnick in Pelynt, near Looe, is proactively working to rejuvenate and restore this 150-acre site, which is one of the UK’s rarest habitats.

The habitat at West Muchlarnick captures large amounts of carbon and like most woodland, helps to alleviate flooding. In the past, the site has avoided agricultural intensification and so remains free from fertilisers and pesticides.

We would like to thank Allison who led the tour for sharing her wealth of knowledge of the local habitat, wildlife and different species of Lichens.

Those interested in supporting this vital environmental cause can learn more about the project and contribute at the Cornwall Wildlife Trust website.

https://www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/temperate-rainforest-restoration-project

 

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Extra ordinary planning meeting

Extra ordinary planning meeting – land west of Kimlers Way

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Looe Town Council will be holding an extra ordinary planning meeting to be held on the 25th August at 6pm at the Millpool centre.

Members of the public are welcome to attend and participate in the meeting for a proposed large development on the land West of Kimlers Way, St Martin, Looe, Cornwall, PL13 1PS, reference PA26/04513 – Erection of a convenience store, associated parking and landscaping.

Public comments can be made by following the link to the application on the Cornwall Council site below:

https://planning.cornwall.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=summary&keyVal=THE2PCFGFKJ00

Please contact Looe Town Council on enquiries@looetowncouncil.gov.uk to register your attendance

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Partnership Supports Safe and Welcoming Summer in Looe

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Looe Town Council and Looe Business Forum are once again working together to support a safe, welcoming and enjoyable environment in the town centre during the busy summer holiday season.

Through a joint funding initiative involving Looe Town Council and Looe Business Forum’s 40 member businesses, Phoenix Security has returned to Looe for the school summer holidays, providing an additional visible presence in the town.

The initiative aims to support local businesses, assist in reducing incidents of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, and help ensure residents and visitors can enjoy everything Looe has to offer throughout the summer months.

Looe Mayor, Stephen Remington, said “Looe Town Council and Looe Business Forum will be working together once again over the summer to protect and promote our community as a great place in which to live, work, visit and invest.”

“We are pleased to support this collaborative initiative, which helps provide an additional reassuring presence in the town during the busy holiday period. Working together in this way benefits residents, businesses and visitors alike, while helping to maintain the welcoming atmosphere that Looe is known for.”

Chair of Looe Business Forum, Peter Friend, added “Looe Business Forum is appreciative of the support from Looe Town Council for their match-funding of the Town Centre Security Scheme once again this year. This is a co-funded project, made possible with the financial support of 40 local businesses, then matched by Looe Town Council.

We are delighted to be working with the team from Phoenix Security. Two members of their team will be present in Looe throughout the summer school holidays. Their team will help provide a safe & enjoyable town centre for both locals & visitors to Looe over the summer and support our member businesses to drive down instances of shop lifting and anti-social behaviour.”

Phoenix Security South West Ltd Managing Director, Charley Tasker, said: “We’re pleased to be back supporting the Looe community once again. Our team has already built a strong rapport with local shop owners, and they know we’re here to provide support whenever it’s needed. We’re proud to play our part in helping keep Looe a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable place for both residents and visitors.”

The partnership reflects a shared commitment between Looe Town Council, Looe Business Forum, local businesses and partner agencies to support the town during one of its busiest times of year, helping ensure Looe remains a welcoming destination for residents and visitors alike.