Launceston in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The Earl’s Chamber
Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 6, 2018
1. The Earl’s Chamber Marker
The Earl's Chamber
You are standing in the lobby which led into the Earl's chamber in front of you.
Behind you another door led out onto the flat roof which, in the 13th century, covered the space between the high tower and surrounding walls. From here the town and deer park.
The chamber was well lit by the single window opposite and had a large fireplace to your right.
It does not have a latrine and is a long way from the kitchens in the courtyard. It seems likely that this chamber was used for formal entertainment and showpiece ceremonies rather than on a day to day basis.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles.
Location. 50° 38.253′ N, 4° 21.678′ W. Marker is in Launceston, England, in Cornwall. Marker is at the intersection of Western Road and Dockey, on the left when traveling north on Western Road. Located at Launceston Castle. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Launceston, England PL15 7DR, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Shell Keep (here, next to this marker); The Landscape (here, next to this marker); The Gate (a few steps from this marker); The development of the Castle (within shouting distance of this marker); The Keep
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Also see . . . English Heritage - Launceston Castle. (Submitted on October 3, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 6, 2018
2. The Earl’s Chamber Marker
Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 6, 2018
3. The Earl’s Chamber
The holes in the walls would have been sockets for timber floor joists.
Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 6, 2018
4. The Earl’s Chamber Marker
Spiral stairs reach this area of the tower keep.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 3, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 116 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 3, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
