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Southgate, Launceston is a medieval gatehouse forming part of the town defences of Launceston in Cornwall. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents an important element of the fortified town's approach infrastructure. As a surviving example of medieval gatehouse architecture, it demonstrates the defensive priorities and urban planning of medieval Launceston, which served as the principal administrative centre of Cornwall. The monument is evidence of the town's historical significance and its role as a fortified settlement during the medieval era.
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 town defences of Launceston in 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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