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Lawrence House, Launceston

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Lawrence House, Launceston — a other in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

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Typical visit
1 h–2 h
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Lawrence House, Launceston is a other in england-south-west, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.

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Place summary

Lawrence House is located in Launceston, South-West England. This historic building serves as a museum and is notable for its Georgian architecture. It provides insight into the local history and heritage of the area.

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Background

Description

Lawrence House is a Grade II* listed building being No 9 and 9a, Castle Street, Launceston, the house, the museum and the forecourt wall all being covered by the listing. The property was first listed on 27 February 1950 under the designation "Castle Street No.9 Lawrence House, The Mayor's Parlour and Borough Museum". The property is a red brick town house laid to Flemish bond, with two storeys as well as a basement and an attic. The roof is slated and steep with red brick chimneys and the gable end of the cross wing is on the right. An inscription reads "1753" and "HL" and another on the right wing reads "1913". The upper storey has five windows, the right hand one being a Venetian window…

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Coordinates
50.6382, -4.3624
District
Cornwall
Parish
Launceston
Postcode
PL15 8BA
Parliamentary constituency
North Cornwall

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lawrence House, Launceston?
Lawrence House, Launceston is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PL15 8BA), in the parish of Launceston.
Who owns Lawrence House, Launceston?
Lawrence House, Launceston is owned by | designation1 = Grade II*.
How do I get to Lawrence House, Launceston?
Drivers can navigate to postcode PL15 8BA. It sits within the North Cornwall parliamentary constituency.