Launceston Town Centre. Launceston Cornwall England
Discover more about Launceston, what to see and do when you visit. The town, often described as a gem is high on the 'to-do' list for many visitors to the county. Follow the town trails, buy a pasty, and enjoy the views from the castle green.
Down in the valley, below Launceston Castle lays Newport. Here the River Kensey flows through beautiful countryside and the steam train puffs on the line to Newmills. The tranquillity of the area belies its importance in both Launceston and Cornwall's history.
Places to see in ( Launceston - UK )
Places to see in ( Launceston - UK )
Launceston west of the River Tamar, which constitutes almost the entire border between Cornwall and Devon, at its middle stage. Its gradients are generally steep particularly at a sharp south-western knoll topped by Launceston Castle.
Launceston town centre is bypassed and is no longer physically a main thoroughfare. However, the town remains figuratively the gateway to Cornwall, due to having one of the two dual carriageways into the county pass directly next to the town. The other dual carriageway and alternative main point of entry is at Saltash over the Tamar Bridge and was completed in 1962.
Launceston Steam Railway narrow-gauge heritage railway runs for aesthetic and industrial heritage purposes along a short rural route, it is popular with visitors during the summer months, but does not run for much of the year.
Launceston Castle was built by Robert, Count of Mortain (half-brother of William the Conqueror) c. 1070 to dominate the surrounding area. Launceston was the caput of the feudal barony of Launceston and of the Earldom of Cornwall until replaced by Lostwithiel in the 13th century. Launceston was later the county town of Cornwall until 1835 when Bodmin replaced it.
Launceston is a market town, castle, recreational and heritage railway visitor town and the main shopping centre for the adjoining rural areas of west Devon and east Cornwall. The town is mainly built on the south side of a large hill almost immune to flooding, unlike its northern neighbourhood, Newport in part on a slightly wider plain at the bottom of the hill, which is susceptible to flooding by the River Kensey. The suburb of Newport is recorded for the first time during the 13th century. The natural advantages of the Launceston district had been recognised by the Anglo-Saxon monks of St Stephen and by the Norman lord of Cornwall in the reign of King William I.
Part of the town wall is still in existence including the South Gate of two arches. The White Hart Hotel incorporates a Norman doorway possibly removed from the Castle. New Bridge (early 16th century) crosses the River Tamar: it is of granite. Two old bridges cross the River Kensey: one mediaeval and one built in 1580. The Baptist chapel is late 18th century and a number of Georgian houses may also be seen. Three nonconformist churches/chapels served the 19th century town: Wesleyan Methodist, Bible Christian, and Calvinist. North Cornwall and West Devon's Elim Pentecostal Church is in the town. A church built a Launceston site in 2010, Gateway 2 New Life at the Gateway Centre, having redeveloped a tax office. Lawrence House, a Grade II* listed building on Castle St, houses the town museum.
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2019 at the City of Launceston
It's been a huge year in Launceston.
The creation of Riverbend Park, the redevelopment of Macquarie House and the construction of the Cataract Gorge playspace are just some of the projects we've overseen in 2019.
Here's a recap of some of the things we've been working on...
Driving through Launceston
This video is of driving through the town of Launceston, Cornwall, UK. The video starts on the A388 from Holsworthy and goes down the valley into the town with St Stephen-by-Launceston to the right. It then goes past St Thomas' church (which you may remember from an earlier video from 2016) and up the hill past the castle and nearly to the A30.
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Launceston Castle - English Heritage in Cornwall England
While in Cornwall, England we made the smart decision to purchase an English Heritage Pass which allowed us free entry into many of the amazing sites throughout the country. Here is a brief overview of our stop in Launceston. Race will tell you a bit about the fortifications and we have photos at the end to show you the views.
In case you were wondering, you can climb to the top where you see the flag -- and there isn't much for rails so use caution. It is sure to be an adventure, but also fun for the whole family if you are careful.
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Launceston flood 2016 - Duck Reach
City of Launceston Parks and Recreation project officer Trevor has been busy getting walking tracks around the municipality back open for public use.
The Alexandra suspension bridge in the First Basin was re-opened yesterday, but the Duck Reach suspension bridge currently remains closed.
Here, Trevor gives an insight into the water levels at Duck Reach during the peak flows in the South Esk River, and explains some of the work that will need to be undertaken before the suspension bridge can be re-opened.
Photograph of Duck Reach QVM:1983:P:0363 courtesy of QVMAG.
Travelog: Launceston, UK (17.7.17)
Please ignore how my camera mic seems to pick up my breathing to a high degree, I'm pretty sure I don't sound that loud usually!
Took a trip to Launceston, Cornwall, UK to see the town & castle.
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-Scientific Reasoning & Medieval Courtyard by TeknoAXE
Launceston - Cornwall
Going around a few local points of historical interest, without going into too much detail. I plan on dedicating a future video solely on the castle so I've only caught it from a distance. Launceston is steeped in history, there is quite literally a story around every corner, so far too much for one video. I may in the future cover more in greater detail. Perhaps a series of shorter videos if the interest is there.
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Launceston, Tasmania
Launceston, located in the heart of Tasmania on the Tamar River.
Launceston town walk - what spooks our dog in Launceston Castle?
In our video we follow a short town walk around Launceston, on the Cornwall/Devon border. Launceston is steeped in history with many old buildings including a very elaborate church. Join us as we delve into the town's history and explore the Norman castle that can be seen from almost anywhere in the town.
Our trip around the castle delights with some splendid views of both Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor. On our way back down from the tallest part of the castle, our dog gets spooked by something. We have had a close look at the footage but we can't see anything obvious - perhaps you can let us know in the comments if you see anything!
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This walk is a 1 mile circular walk around Launceston, we used the Town walks in Cornwall book by James Clancy and Simone Stanbrook-Byrne, published by Clum Valley Publishing.
Welcome to Launceston.
Portas Application from Launceston.
Made by Tao Toms and Sarah Hutton - Launceston College Students.
Snow Day 2019 Launceston
January 31st and February 1st 2019 we saw a great deal of snow in the South West and I couldn't help but take my drone out and document the occasion. The film is shot in Launceston in Cornwall and was made using a Mavic Pro. The music on this video was written and performed by Miss Walker and was recorded and produced by myself Mike Osborne.
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LAUNCESTON
We did a lot today in the city of Launceston.
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St Leonards Equestrian Centre, Launceston, Cornwall
St Leonards is a family run business and an accredited BHS approved riding school. It is also a well known venue for British Dressage competitions and in 2013 played host to Cornwall's first British Eventing competition, now an annual fixture.
Like4anInbox - Come To Launceston [Official Music Video]
Jay C, H-Biddy and Big Willy release their first rap single Come to Launceston. Click show more for lyrics.
Starring Jim Coulson, Hamish Brass and Will Nicolson, Richard Donnachy, Dylan Gillies-Parsons.
Written by Jim Coulson
Directed by Jim Coulson and Dylan Gillies Parsons
Produced by DGP Videography
Colour-Correction & Slow-mo by Libertine Productions
Background music from Smosh - Boxman for President
LYRICS:
Yo, it's me, your man Jay C.
You'll find me at the mall in the CBD,
sittin' on a pillow, lighting up a durry,
shouting clever shit at people in a hurry.
Sit and talk while you walk,
hear the bogan mumma's squawk.
We all flock, there's a jock but he can suck my cock!
There's a clock, throw a rock,
Holy shit! That thing can talk!
You know who I am, it's your brother H-biddy.
Every night in a shitty club or pub in the city.
Lloyds, Alchemy, Oak and New York.
Go to Morties and steal a knife and fork.
Drink some goon, drink some gin, go and vomit in a bin.
Come on mate! Punch me! I'll take it on the chin!
Find a girl, have a whirl, forgot a condom.
End the night with a fight at Pizzakom.
Hey guys and girls, my name's Big Willy.
Launceston's bad? Well that's just silly!
We got a park with a train, monkeys and a duck.
Come to these toilets if you want to f*ck!
Launnie's a hole? Burger got soul!
And other places...
... Like...
McDonalds.
[CHORUS]
[DANCE BREAK]
When I got nothin' to do I get high at the skate park.
When people pass me doing blockies I'm like oh fark!
Walking through the town I hear distasteful remarks!
But watch out for rapists in the city when it's dark!
Ravenswood, Riverside, Newstead, Mowbray,
Norwood, Trevallyn, Prospect, Invermay.
When you need to get around there's a free tiger bus,
Oh a beer bottle! That's a plus!
You won't find a building higher than this six storey Myer,
Walking through the mall I don't want your fucking flyer!
But seriously guys it's a really nice place.
Say that again and I'll punch you in the face!
At the end of the day I look at the skies above,
And I realise Launceston's a place that I love.
[CHORUS]
Launceston Castle - Cornwall 2019
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In this video we visit Launceston Castle while on holiday in Cornwall August 2019.
Launceston Castle is located in the town of Launceston, Cornwall, England. It was probably built by Robert the Count of Mortain after 1068, and initially comprised an earthwork and timber castle with a large moat in one corner.
Come with on a tour of this lovely castle with some great views of the surrounding town and countryside.
This visit was free with our English Heritage membership passes.
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