Lawrence House – National Trust
Lawrence House, Launceston, is a fine Georgian house built in 1753, located in a street which John Betjeman described as ‘having the most perfect collection of 18th century townhouses in Cornwall’. It is owned by the National Trust and leased to Launceston Town Council, who use it to house the town museum, and for the Mayor to host small gatherings.
The museum is spread over three floors of the house with numerous exhibits divided between loosely themed rooms. The exhibits focus predominantly on local history, inhabitants of the town whose activities were recognised in their day, and Launceston’s association with Australia.
Venue Details
Address
9 Castle StreetLaunceston
Cornwall
PL15 8BA
England
Links
Telephone
- 01566 773277
Discounts Offered
- National Trust
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Venue Services
- Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
- General guide to collections available
- Large print information and/or interpretation
- Loan service
- Member of staff available with responsibility for education
- Object identification and/or written enquiry service
- Pre-booking service for groups
- Primary school education service available
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Venue Facilities
- Education facilities available
- Toilets for disabled
- Wheelchair access to some public areas
