Launceston is Cornish town near the River Tamar in the north east of Cornwall. There are at least two ways of pronouncing the name. This particular recording is how Jack Spry, who was born in Launceston, used to say the name. It is interesting because it reflects the spelling ‘Lanson’ which can be seen in some milestones.
This was recorded by Dr L Spry, Jack Spry’s daughter, on 18th November 2025.