Lawrence House Museum, Launceston: Address, Phone Number, Lawrence House Museum Reviews: 4.5/5
Lawrence House Museum
Lawrence House Museum
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
4.5
122 reviews
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Elizabeth R
Ottawa, Canada2 contributions
May 2014 • Solo
Well staffed by very helpful volunteers. Collections were well displayed. A very pleasant experience.
Written May 21, 2014
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Kath S
Bristol, England, United Kingdom19 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
Came across this museum quite by chance. Found it very interesting and would well recommend a visit. Well laid out
Written July 23, 2019
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Peter B
19 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
A little gem of a Museum! Spent about 2 hours and could have spent longer. Terrific help with the exhibition by the very friendly staff and all for free. You must go! Really well laid out and a credit to The council!! Thank you
Written April 4, 2019
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pops1940
Bath, UK190 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
Rarely do you find such a gem of a museum with a population of less than 10k. Stunning, informative and just what you want from a museum. Everyone can marvel at the exhibits and the rooms which takes you back in time. Even the smell of the tack room in the cellar reminded me of bygone years. A definite must see. Very suitable for young children too - a great trail is included.
Written August 15, 2018
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janmar50
Somerset, UK22 contributions
Oct 2017 • Couples
If your previous experience of museums is a load of broken pottery in glass cases, you are in for a very pleasant surprise here. This museum has something for everyone, ranging from the history of Launceston to the Second World War, old farming tools , costumes, household items, coins, a Victorian kitchen, and a fascinating display room devoted to four of Launceston's not so well known but should be more famous sons. The Toy Room has a large display of toys - spot the ones that you remember - and also has toys for children to play with, which is great for introducing children to museums. Don't miss the Polyphon in the inner hall. One of the friendly and knowledgable volunteers will give you an old penny to slot into this huge 'music box '. Entry to the museum is free, but there is a donations box in the entrance hall and I can't imagine that anyone, having spent such an enjoyable time as we did, would pass it by.
Written October 30, 2017
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Mick A
Peterborough, UK86 contributions
Jul 2017 • Couples
An excellent couple of hours spent in this wonderful museum, very informative on the local history, pleasant and informative staff. Would go again.
Written August 7, 2017
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JAKErin17
Cambridge, UK4 contributions
Apr 2017 • Family
Great for a couple of hours to browse the museum (in the unlikely event of a little rain!). The volunteers are very knowledgeable and helpful.
Written May 4, 2017
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Sandra M
United Kingdom90 contributions
Sep 2015 • Couples
This is a museum about Launceston, by the people of Launceston, created with love and care. Entry is free, although donations are welcome, and each room of this private dwelling has a different theme. It is well worht a visit, and plenty of advice and local knowledge is on hand. To avoid high car park fees, park in the Pannier Market, right up at the top, where it is £2.00 for the whole day. Launceston is so small that it is only a shortish walk to the museum. Go through the castle grounds to get there, which is an extra treat
Written September 10, 2015
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Karenza777
Launceston, UK69 contributions
Aug 2014 • Friends
so much to see with great displays of the local history of the town and surrounding areas See if you feel chilly in the reputed haunted room
Written March 17, 2015
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Pete H
Warminster, UK105 contributions
Oct 2013 • Family
The house has been very well preserved, the exhibits in each room told the history of Launceston. The staff and guides were very knowledgeable and helpful.
Written October 12, 2013
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MizzyH
Dartmouth, UK11 contributions
It looks as if it might be wet when we go to the area next week and I found this museum when I googled 'what to do in wet weather in Launceston'!! I see it's three stories though, so is there anywhere I'd be able to sit, as I have very arthritic knees! I CAN walk up stairs, but need to sit afterwards!! Many thanks, Mary
Keresen
Launceston, UK6 contributions
Yes, plenty of places to sit
Claire A
Birmingham, UK36 contributions
Is it dog friendly?
Keresen
Launceston, UK6 contributions
While dogs are not allowed to walk round the house, we are happy for well behaved dogs to be walked through the museum so that they can stay, supervised, in our garden while their owners visit. there is a dog water bowl in ouyr garden.
edna14
Plymouth, UK4 contributions
When is it open?
Keresen
Launceston, UK6 contributions
Thank you KeithY651 for answering Edna14's question last year.
We're now open again for the 2018 season until 26 October 2018,
Monday - Friday & all Bank Holidays plus Saturdays 14 April, 12 May, 9 June, 14 July, 11 August, 8 September and 13 October
10.30am - 4.30pm - last entry 4.00pm
Frequently Asked Questions about Lawrence House Museum
- Hotels near Lawrence House Museum:
- (0.04 mi) The Eagle House Hotel
- (0.17 mi) The White Hart Hotel
- (0.35 mi) B & B at Rose Cottage
- (0.28 mi) The White Horse Inn
- (0.64 mi) MIDDLE BARN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage, with a garden in
- Restaurants near Lawrence House Museum:
- (0.09 mi) Liberty Coffee
- (0.15 mi) Little Bakehouse
- (0.04 mi) Eagle House Hotel Restaurant
- (0.18 mi) No.8 Cafe & Delicatessen
- (0.16 mi) The Coffee Pot