Religious site
St Martin's Church, St Martin-by-Looe
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St Martin's Church in St Martin-by-Looe is a medieval gem dating from the 14th century, though its site has been sacred for longer. Inside, visitors can see a rare Norman font carved with intricate patterns, and a beautifully preserved rood screen adorned with painted panels. The church's quiet churchyard overlooks the Looe River, offering a serene setting. Its architecture, including wagon roofs and stained glass, reflects centuries of worship and community life.
Don't miss
- Examine the Norman font with its distinctive zigzag carvings.
- Study the medieval rood screen and its painted saints.
- Enjoy the tranquil churchyard with views over the river valley.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit St Martin's Church, St Martin-by-Looe
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inLooe Ghost Tour5★ · 10 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$27 per personSee dates →
Most bookedDoc Martin Tour in Port Isaac, Cornwall4.7★ · 890 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$27 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Boat Charter St Maarten / St Martin5★ · 14 travelers~7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$685 per personSee dates →More attractions in Looe