English Heritage sites near Launcells Parish
PENHALLAM MANOR
6 miles from Launcells Parish
The low and grass-covered but complete ground-plan of a moated 13th-century manor house, in a delightful woodland setting.
LAUNCESTON CASTLE
14 miles from Launcells Parish
Launceston Castle dominates the surrounding landscape. Begun soon after the Norman Conquest, unusual in that during rebuilding one tower was constructed with the remains of the older.
TINTAGEL CASTLE
17 miles from Launcells Parish
Tintagel Castle is a magical day with its wonderful location, set high on the rugged North Cornwall coast. It offers dramatic views, fascinating ruins and a stunning beach café.
LYDFORD CASTLE AND SAXON TOWN
20 miles from Launcells Parish
Beautifully sited on the fringe of Dartmoor, Lydford boasts three defensive features. Near the centre is a 13th-century tower on a mound, built as a prison.
OKEHAMPTON CASTLE
21 miles from Launcells Parish
Once the largest castle in Devon, nestling in the foothills of Dartmoor. Reputedly haunted and mentioned in the Domesday Book.
HURLERS STONE CIRCLES
22 miles from Launcells Parish
Three fine late Neolithic or early Bronze Age stone circles arranged in a line, a grouping unique in England.
Churches in Launcells Parish
Parish church of St Swithin
01409 253776
http://www.strattondeanery.co.uk/churches/launcells/home.html
Welcome to the parish church of Launcells, St Swithin, in the Anglican Diocese of Truro and county of Cornwall England. This church is mentioned by Simon Jenkins in his 'England's Thousand Best Churches'(page 74). Sir John Betjeman called it ' the least spoilt church in Cornwall'. The church is open daily from approx. 10.00 am to 5.00 pm.
View our website for more information: www.strattondeanery.co.uk
The Churchwardens are: Mrs Maggie Cooper and Mrs Jan Hunt.
