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Ludlow is a market town in Shropshire, England, 28 miles (45 km) south of Shrewsbury and 23 miles (37 km) north of Hereford via the main A49 road, which bypasses the town. With a population of approximately 11,000, Ludlow is the largest town in south Shropshire. The town is significant in the history of the Welsh Marches and neighbouring Wales.
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1. Church of St Peter, Stanton Lacy
2. Ludlow Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,845 reviews
Ludlow Castle is an unusually complete range of medieval buildings with a varied history evident within its walls. We are host to a number of events that run between April and November, information of which is available at the local tourist information centre and on our website. Castle House was one of the last grand mansions built in Ludlow. It was sympathetically restored in 2006 by the current Earl of Powis and provides a range of Independent shops, Tea Rooms with an idyllic outside terrace during the summer months; function rooms that are available for civil ceremonies, weddings, parties, wakes, meetings The 3 no. self catering apartments are available for 3, 4 and 7 night stays. All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, well equipped kitchens and sitting/dining rooms and views of the castle that are unparalleled. The Tea Room is a traditional English tea room with a glazed Courtyard, Pantry, Study and Garden Terrace. It is child and dog friendly with a welcoming and enthusiastic team, serving something for everyone. There are loose-leaf teas, cafeteria coffees, fresh juices and quality wines. A range of freshly prepared cakes and cream teas are available all day. There is a lovely walk around the outside of the castle where you are surrounded by natural woodland and outstanding views of the castle walls, River Teme and Whitcliffe Common.
Reviewed By C5932INmikep - Chelmsford, United Kingdom
This ancient fortress can be found at the end of the town square, it is a well preserved structure & a great place to explore, they have a very nice cafe & a lovely gift shop, well worth a visit
3. Stokesay Castle
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4.5 based on 1,102 reviews
Reviewed By oliviag700 - London, United Kingdom
Such a wonderful find with so much history. There is parking and an amazing gift shop and tea room, that serves apple crumble with the apples that grow on the trees in the moat!! Really beautiful place and the volunteers very knowledgeable and friendly. All Covid regulations are followed bee carefully
4. St Laurence's Church
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4.5 based on 803 reviews
'The Cathedral of the Marches' 'Very fayre and large and richly adorned and taken for the fairest in all these quarters.' John Leyland One of only 18 churches given a FIVE STAR rating by Simon Jenkins in England's Thousand Best Churches.
Reviewed By Brutons2020
Beautiful architecture and very good Church Gift Shop Well worth a visit and so easy to find as its right in the centre of the town
5. Mahorall Farm Cider
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Mahorall Farm Cider is a small family business located in beautiful South Shropshire. On our 150 acre farm we make a wide range of ciders including flavoured ciders made from fruit and flowers sourced from the farm. We have a small shop at the farm open to the public from Midday - 5pm as well as a nature walk which visitors can use to explore the farm. We also sell our ciders at a number of food festivals and shows in the local area.
6. Bromfield Priory Gatehouse
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
This medieval timber-framed gatehouse was enlarged with an upper storey after the Dissolution to create a room which has served as both manorial court and village school. Life is lived beneath the splendid timber roof trusses. Bromfield Priory Gatehouse can be booked for short breaks with the Landmark Trust, a charity that restores historic buildings at risk and makes them available for holidays.
Reviewed By kandy67 - Belper, United Kingdom
Loved the solitude and feeling of living in another era The property is very well equipped and comfortable the area is great will certainly be back
7. Whitcliffe Common
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By VeggieCyclist - St. Albans, United Kingdom
A lovely place to work from Ludlow, with magnificent views of Ludlow Castle from various view points
8. Broad Gate
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By PeteWLaw - Ludlow, United Kingdom
The 13th century Town Wall was added to defend Ludlow from attacks from Wales after the street plan was established. Broad Gate is the last remaining gate, seperating Broad Street and Lower Broad Street. From the south you can see the drum towers with arrow slits, but the left tower is largely hidden by an impressive regency addition. As you walk through you can see the portcullis slit, though the stonework has been damaged by lorries. Wooden posts have been added each side of the gate to restrict traffic and prevent further damage.
9. Castle Lodge
10. Richards Castle
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By PeteWLaw - Ludlow, United Kingdom
I previously reviewed the norman castle, but I was even more impressed by the adjacent 12th century St Bartholomew's Church. A detached bell tower is at the east end of the church, this may have originally have been part of the castle's defenses. The church is now administered by the Churhes Conservation Trust. The nave is filled with very fine georgian box pews. The north transept contains a large seventeenth century canopied pew used by the Salwey family (Lords of the Manor) - where it is, the Salwey's wouldn't have been able to see the alter . The church contains magnificent stained glass wndows and a number of memorials.
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