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Launceston Castle

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A mighty Norman fortress looming over Launceston atop a natural mound. The castle was originally called Dunheved, and was built to control the crossing of the River Tamar in and out of Cornwall. In the 13th century Richard, Earl of Cornwall rebuilt the castle in stone, and fortified the central tower. The castle was used for many years as an assizes and gaol.
Launceston, Cornwall, England, PL15 7DR

About Launceston Castle
Attraction Type: Castle
Location: in Launceston
Website: Launceston Castle
Phone: 01566 772 365
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Nearest Towns and Villages Launceston - 0.2 miles away Milton Abbot - 5.5 miles away Linkinhorne - 7.1 miles away St Clether - 7.5 miles away Altarnun - 7.9 miles away Tavistock - 11.4 miles away Lydford - 11.5 miles away St Cleer - 11.5 miles away

Nearest Accommodation to Launceston Castle

Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Penmarric - 0.7 miles from Launceston Castle Launceston, Cornwall Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £210

Welsummer - 0.7 miles from Launceston Castle Launceston, Cornwall Sleeps: 6 Stay from: £395

Ancona - 0.7 miles from Launceston Castle Launceston, Cornwall Sleeps: 7 Stay from: £395

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Nearest Hotels

Trethorne Golf Club - 2.8 miles from Launceston Castle Lewannick, Cornwall Stay from: £39.00

The Arundell Arms - 3.5 miles from Launceston Castle Lifton, Devon Stay from: £85.00

Lifton Hall Hotel - 3.5 miles from Launceston Castle Lifton, Devon Stay from: £115.50

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Rose Cottage - 0.5 miles from Launceston Castle Launceston, Cornwall From: £30.00

Tor Cottage - 6.6 miles from Launceston Castle Lifton, Devon From: £140.00

The Kings Head Hotel - 7 miles from Launceston Castle Altarnun, Cornwall From: £35.00

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Launceston
Tourist Information Centre
Market House Arcade
Market Street
Launceston
Cornwall
England
PL15 8EP
Tel: 01566 772 321
Alternate Tel: 01566 772 333
Fax: 01566 772 322
Email: launcestontica@btconnect.com
Web: http://www.visitlaunceston.com/
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