property, homes and houses for sale in Launceston

Launceston lies between Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor, just off the A30 trunk road and one mile from the Devon/Cornwall border. The town was historically known as the ‘Ancient Capital of Cornwall’ (pronounced ‘Lanson’ locally) and dates back to Celtic times and is an area of charm and beauty, with easy access to the north and south coast. Launceston is a traditional market town and quintessentially Cornish with its Georgian houses, intricately carved church, narrow streets and market square. The Launceston estate agents advertise an interesting variety of property for sale in and around the town, which should cater for most tastes and requirements. There are developments of new homes for sale in Launceston, detached bungalows located conveniently close to the town centre, apartments in new purpose built blocks, modern family houses, as well as traditional thatched period cottages, Grade II listed town houses and barn conversions.

Amenities for properties in Launceston

The residents of Launceston benefit from a good selection of shopping facilities and amenities. The town centre has national high street retailers, two shopping arcades, major banks and building societies, as well as supermarkets and small well established specialist shops, restaurants and cafés. Additionally there is a library, police station and hospital. The town has a wide range of recreation facilities that include the Phoenix Leisure Centre, two golf courses, and a number of sports clubs. Families considering Launceston property will discover the town and surrounding villages have pre-school groups, primary and secondary schools, with further education available at Launceston College. For train enthusiasts there is Launceston Steam Railway, and for walkers the town lies at the end of two attractive walking routes: the Tamar Valley Discovery Trail and the Two Castles Trail.

Transport for Launceston

Launceston is conveniently located close to the A30, providing residents with fast access to Exeter, Plymouth and Truro. Bus services link the town to various surrounding towns and villages. There are two provincial airports close-by, one at Newquay and one at Plymouth. The nearest mainline railway station is Bodmin Parkway.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Launceston, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas and search for property for sale in Wadebridge, Bodmin and Liskeard.