Launceston is about 4 miles from the Egloskerry's Old Station,
and was the Ancient capital of
Cornwall. It has many
shops and a market on Fridays. There is a town
trail which takes you around the town looking at all
the different types of architecture including the castle.
Please go to
www.cornwall-online.co.uk/north-cornwall/launceston.htm
for more information.
If you fancy playing Golf, then the
Launceston Golf
Club is only 1 mile from the Old Station or in the other
direction Trethorne Golf Club is about the same distance.
The area has many fishing sites and we can advise you
of where to get a day’s fishing license and the locations.
Launceston has many local restaurants and public houses see
Breakfast and Dining for details and phone numbers.
The cycle route Launceston to Boyton is a 19 mile ride over fairly easy countryside although there are some steep climbs. The route which takes you through attractive river valleys and rolling mixed countryside takes in
Launceston, Langdon Cross,
Yeolmbridge and
Egloskerry.
