History
Launceston Castle
Launceston, South West England
A ruined motte-and-bailey castle on a hill above Launceston, with a climbable keep.
- Cost
- Paid
- Time to allow
- 75 min
Launceston Castle was built soon after the Norman Conquest and its round keep still stands. English Heritage runs it, and you can climb the tower for views over the town and moor. There is an exhibition and a children's trail.
Good to know
- Check English Heritage opening days before going
- Combine with a stroll round the town
- Best time
- Morning, dry day
- Open
- Wed-Sun (English Heritage), check
- Getting there
- Town car parks
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
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