Wooladon Estate
On the Devon and Cornwall border, Wooladon Estate is a vast Georgian estate boasting 500 acres…
Our View
Built by Henry III’s brother Richard in 1227, Launceston Castle is a shell keep, a circular wall with buildings inside it. Richard later added to the castle with another tower and a fighting platform, making this castle the dominant building for miles around. It’s still fairly impressive today. Climb the battlements for impressive views, picnic on the grass around it or read up on its history in exhibitions inside. The castle has an impressive history not just as the fortress of the Earl of Cornwall but also as a prison in the 17th century where George Fox, founder of the Quakers, was imprisoned for eight months. Today the castle is the site of the summer music festival. Castle Rock, and the start of the Two Castles walking trail, linking it to Okehampton Castle.
Facilities – at a glance
Dogs allowed
Assist dogs allowed
Features
Facilities
- Parking nearby
Accessibility
- Facilities: Side entrance to avoid steps to shop, access via staff entrance (call in advance), induction loop, handrails
Opening times
- Opening Times: Open Apr-Sep, daily 10-6; Oct, daily 10-5. Closed Nov-Mar. Please check website
Also in the area
About the area
Discover
not available
Nearby stays
Places to Stay
Dining nearby
Restaurants and Pubs
Why choose Rated Trips?
Your trusted guide to rated places across the UK
The best coverage
Discover more than 15,000 professionally rated places to stay, eat and visit from across the UK and Ireland.
Quality assured
Choose a place to stay safe in the knowledge that it has been expertly assessed by trained assessors.
Plan your next trip
Search by location or the type of place you're visiting to find your next ideal holiday experience.
Travel inspiration
Read our articles, city guides and recommended things to do for inspiration. We're here to help you explore the UK.