Discover Ludlow, Shropshire

Ludlow, Shropshire, England: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Corner_of_Broad_St_and_King_St_-_geograph.org.uk_-_1040107.jpg
Author: Row17


Ludlow is a market town on the southern part of Shropshire, England, near the border with Herefordshire, and close to the border with Wales. Situated within a bend of the River Teme, it has a population of some 11,000 people (2012 estimate). Surrounding geographical features include the River Corve and the Clee Hills. Having existed since medieval times, Ludlow has a town wall protecting it, and nearly five hundred listed heritage buildings, including a few exquisite timber-framed houses.

Ludlow dates back to the Norman period of British history. It was listed in the Domesday Book as being part of Herefordshire. Ludlow Castle, now in ruins and uninhabited, was built in 1085. It became the seat of the Council of Wales and the Marches between the 15th and 17th centuries.

Ludlow's town walls dates to 1233. It had four main gates and three postern gates. A market was held here every Thursday since the 15th century. It was were merchants trade in the local products, particularly wool and textile. There are other trades including metalworks, shoemaking, tailor and others, each belonging to its own trade guild. It was a prosperous and wealthy place, and this is reflected in the fine houses of that period as well as the opulence of the stone and stained-glass of St Laurence's church.

Ludlow continued to grow from the 18th into the 19th century. At the same time its industries evolved. Today the town embraces tourism as a vital component of its economy. This is seen in the growing number of tourist-related shops in town.

Ludlow Castle: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ludlow_Castle_-_geograph.org.uk_-_1176434.jpg
Author: Ian Capper

Visiting Ludlow

From London, take the M6 motorway to Birmingham, then continue west on the M54 motorway to Shrewsbury. From Shrewsbury, take the A49 road heading south till you reach Ludlow.

St Laurence's Church, Ludlow: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:St._Laurence,_Ludlow,_from_west_.jpg
Author: Tony Grist

Places of Interest in Ludlow

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