We are now closed for the winter and will reopen in February. Although shorter than normal, the season has been so busy and Mrs. B&B and I have decided not to open for the New Year festivities. The firework displays have been cancelled and it is still unclear what the local pubs are planning to do. Covid is still around us and this will be considered before their plans are finalised.

In the closed period we are having our Foredeck room en-suite refurbished. The ceilings have been re-plastered in the bedroom and bathroom and are awaiting painting. Engaging tradesmen has proven difficult but we are now confident we have this sorted and the room will be resplendent when Schooner Point re-opens.

The work on the lower front garden has just begun with the area being cleared of weeds and buddleia but this will take some considerable time to complete. The plan is to terrace this area to make it more manageable and to allow a better show of the hydrangeas. If it is possible we plan to add some renowned Cornish plants such as Echiums and even, perhaps, an Agave or two.

The boats have just been taken from the water, the trees opposite are now a golden yellow, the geese have flown and the town is quieter. Winter is on its way but we are already looking forward to next year, bookings are already coming in. Looe should see some of its amazing events return. The Raft Race, The Lugger Regatta, The Looe Carnival and Looe Live are all due to take place in 2022. Come and take part and while here enjoy the delights of Cornwall, cream teas, pasties, the freshest fish ‘n’ chips, wonderful seafood and local ice cream. Mrs. B&B and I can’t wait to see you so don’t forget to book direct, for best prices.

 Finally todays shirt had to be a Rolling Stones one, Sticky Fingers, with the sad news of Charlie Watts recent passing. He will be missed and is irreplaceable. RIP Charlie.