05/09/2026
Day 21
What a beautiful sunny day in Plymouth! This morning we jumped onboard a Plymouth Harbour Boat Cruise. Plymouth was the home of Sir Walter Raleigh and Sir Francis Drake. Our hour-long cruise departed from The Barbican Landing Stage just off the Mayflower steps where the Pilgrim Fathers left England aboard the Mayflower. Surrounded by the beautiful Devon and Cornish coasts, our cruise on Plymouth Sound took us past RAF Mount Batten, a former Royal Air Force Station and flying boat base; Smeaton’s Tower – the third of four lighthouses marking Eddystone Reef, tiny Drakes Island and also the Royal Navy Yard which is home to some large warships and submarines. This afternoon we made the trip to Looe which is a picturesque coastal town in southeast Cornwall. It is known for its beautiful harbour, sandy beach, and traditional fishing heritage. Nestled where the River Looe meets the sea, the town is divided into East and West Looe, connected by a historic bridge. Colourful fishing boats line the waterfront, while narrow winding streets are filled with charming shops, cafés, and restaurants. Anna’s suggestion was to try the Cornish pasty which is one of Cornwall's most famous culinary traditions. The Cornish pasty, is a pastry filled with meat and vegetables that has become a symbol of the region's history and culture. Tonight we prepare for our return to London tomorrow.
