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Southgate, Launceston is a medieval gatehouse forming part of the historic fortifications of Launceston, Cornwall. The structure dates from the medieval period and functioned as a defensive gateway controlling access to the town. The gatehouse is constructed of stone and represents significant surviving evidence of Launceston's medieval urban defences. As part of the town's medieval defensive circuit, it demonstrates the importance of Launceston as a fortified settlement during the medieval period.
Southgate, Launceston is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004485. View the official record →
Southgate, Launceston is a medieval gatehouse forming part of the historic fortifications of Launceston, Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004485.
Southgate, Launceston is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1004485.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Camp E of Brockle (4.2 km), Wayside cross 95m WSW of Trelaske House (6.3 km), Medieval hall and St Mary Magdalene's Chapel at Trecarrell (6.4 km).
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