Launceston Castle
Castle/Fort
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Location
Launceston
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Description
The Castle dates from the early years of the Norman conquest. Towering over the town, it was a reminder of the power of the Earls (later Dukes) of Cornwall. Built by Count Robert Mortain (William The Conquerors half brother) the castle was extensively re-modelled in the mid-13th Century. However, the castles importance declined and it became other than its defences; the mound with its store keep and high tower, the ruined gatehouses and curtain wall, together with the impressive earthworks.
SERVICES:
15 % discount for groups of 11 or more. Gift shop.
Opening 2011:
1/4 - 30/6 Open daily - 10:00 - 17:00
1/7 - 31/8 Open daily - 10:00 - 18:00
1/9 - 30/9 Open daily - 10:00 - 17:00
1/10 - 31/10 Open daily - 10:00 - 16:00
Closed 1/11/11 to 31/3/12
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In town/city centre
- No Smoking Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
Accessibility
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Hearing loop
- Guide Dogs Permitted
Parking & Transport
- Parking (charge)
Catering
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- American Express accepted
- Approx length of visit - 1 Hour
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Delta accepted
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 55
- Min group size - 11
- Solo accepted
- Special group rates
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Dogs Accepted
Specialist Features
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards student/youth
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
Directions
By road:
From the A30: From A30 follow signs to town centre. There is a public car park opposite the castle. Bus: First, 76 Plymouth - Launceston. X10 Exeter St David's Station - Boscastle.
By public transport:
From Bodmin station it is 25 miles to Launceston Castle.
Opening Times
| 2012 - Opening (01/04/2012 - 01/06/2012) |
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| 2012 - Opening (01/07/2012 - 31/08/2012) |
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| 2012 - Opening (01/09/2012 - 30/09/2012) |
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| 2012 - Opening (01/10/2012 - 31/10/2012) |
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Contact Details
Launceston
CORNWALL
PL15 7DR
Tel: +44 01566 772365
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