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Launceston Castle
Castle Lodge,
LAUNCESTON,
PL15 7DR
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Launceston Castle is set on a large natural mound, and dominates the surrounding landscape. Begun soon after the Norman Conquest, it has an unusual keep consisting of a 13th-century round tower built by Richard, Earl of Cornwall, inside an earlier circular keep. The tower top is reached via an internal staircase. The castle was used as a prison and George Fox, founder of the Quakers, was confined here in 1656. A display traces 1,000 years of history, with finds from site excavations.
Further information
Tel: 01566 772365
Fax: 01566 772396
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English Heritage
Prices
£3.40 (ch & concessions £2)
Opening times
Open Apr-Jun & Sep, daily 10-5
Jul-Aug, daily 10-6
Oct, daily 10-4
Facilities
Picnic area.
Coach parties welcome.
Giftshop.