Launceston, the ancient capital and gateway to Cornwall sits astride the A30 in the agricultural heart of the Westcountry being one mile from the Devon and Cornwall border.

It is an area of considerable beauty and charm with easy access to both the North and South Coasts of the peninsular as well as to the cities of Exeter, Plymouth and Truro.

 Dating back to Celtic times Launceston is the only walled town in Cornwall and is steeped in history being dominated by its Castle built by Brian de Bretagne the first Norman Earl of Cornwall in the 11th Century.

From the A30 take the exit at the Pennygillam junction and follow the signs for the Launceston town centre. Follow the main road, bearing left into St. Thomas Road at the junction by the Town Hall and opposite the castle. After approximately 500 metres take the first turning on the right into Dockacre Road. Take the next turning on the right into Tower Street. This road is quite steep. On the left, as the road bends sharply to the right, there is a car park and at the top of the road (Castle Street) is the Central Methodist Church. Car parking is also available on the road (only on Sunday) and in another car park to the right by the Church. Central is also in easy walking distance from the Launceston town centre.

The Central Methodist Church is part of the Launceston Area Methodist Circuit which surrounds the town stretching from over the Devon Border to the edge of Bodmin Moor.

Central is organised so that we can cover the whole range of the life of the church. The main body is the Church Council with representatives elected from the church and representatives from the various committees and organisations.

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Worship: Seeks to build bridges to all people through worship.
Management: Manages the property and finance of the church.
Pastoral: Oversees the welfare of individuals within the church.
Stewards: They ensure the smooth running of the life of the church.
Groups: The variety of groups ensure Discipleship and Fellowship.

The strong tradition of Methodism in Cornwall and the Westcountry is represented by the Launceston Area Methodist Churches circuit, which has 21 churches and a good membership of 700 people who worship and enjoy fellowship as Christians together. The circuit is served by four clergy, an evangelism enabler, and a circuit administrator.