History and local context
The circular-ended Banjo Pier is Looe’s most recognisable harbour landmark. It is commonly associated with Joseph Thomas and an influential late-19th-century pier design whose shape gave rise to the nickname.
What it represents onscreen
The distinctive pier and adjacent waterfront contribute to Looe's onscreen coastal identity.
Episode and production context
Series use is reported; a frame-by-frame episode list is pending verification.
- Series 2, Episode 3: A disappearance at sea
- Series 2, Episode 4: The priest and the Devil on the Rocks
- Series 3, Episode 4: Sabotage at the regatta
- Series 4, Episode 4: Sabotage at a seaweed farm
- Series 4, Episode 6: Fire at the pirate festival
Address
East Looe waterfront, Looe, Cornwall
Visitor information
Conditions are exposed and maritime. Check weather, tides and any local access notices.
Photography and best conditions
Use public viewpoints, avoid photographing identifiable private interiors, and allow for tides, weather, working activity and seasonal crowds. Early or late daylight may be quieter, but never enter a closed or unsafe area for a picture.
Accessibility
A level approach may not mean the route is suitable in all weather. Check surfaces, barriers and seating before travel.
Parking and transport
Parking: Use signed public parking; do not rely on kerbside space near the waterfront.
Transport: Reachable on foot from central Looe for many visitors.
Before you travel
- Check the official access or venue page on the day.
- Check weather, tides and flood information where the route meets the coast or river.
- Plan the return journey as carefully as the outward leg.
- Confirm toilets, rest points and step-free access for your own route.
- Do not cross closures or enter private land to reproduce a television view.
Responsible tourism
Keep clear of fishing activity and never cross closures or safety barriers.
Nearby
- East Looe Beach
- Looe Harbour
- Fore Street
Sources and further reading
Last verified 27 August 2026. Recheck opening, access, transport and parking on the official site before travelling.