Liskeard, Market town in southeastern Cornwall, England
Liskeard is a market town in southeastern Cornwall built on dual hilltops. The town spreads across an area between the parishes of St Neot and Morval.
The town received its market charter from Richard, Earl of Cornwall in 1240. It gained the right to send two representatives to Parliament from 1294 onward.
St Martin's Church stands as one of Cornwall's largest parish churches, with intricate carved oak details and memorials to those who served in the world wars. The building shapes the heart of town and shows the craftsmanship that has been poured into it over the centuries.
The railway station connects the town to London and Penzance through regular train services. Buses and the A38 road provide additional ways to reach and explore the area.
The Masonic Hall on The Parade houses multiple Masonic lodges and shows the town's deep connection to this brotherhood. This presence has shaped the community life and culture of the place for many generations.
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