Castles · West Midlands
Ludlow
Also known as: Llwydlo
In or near Onibury.
Ludlow ( LUD-loh) is a market town and civil parish in south Shropshire, England. It is located 28 miles (45 km) south of Shrewsbury and 23 miles (37 km) north of Hereford, on the A49 road which bypas
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ludlow · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Ludlow Castle, the nearest railway station is Ludlow, located 0.4 km away. Entry to the castle is paid, and wheelchair accessibility is limited. The postcode for sat-nav is SY8 1AL.
About
Ludlow ( LUD-loh) is a market town and civil parish in south Shropshire, England. It is located 28 miles (45 km) south of Shrewsbury and 23 miles (37 km) north of Hereford, on the A49 road which bypasses the town. The town is near the confluence of the rivers Corve and Teme. The oldest part is the medieval walled town, founded in the late 11th century after the Norman conquest of England. It is centred on a small hill which lies on the eastern bank of a bend of the River Teme. Situated on this hill are Ludlow Castle and the parish church, St Laurence's, the largest in the county. From there the streets slope downward to the rivers Corve and Teme, to the north and south respectively. The town is in a sheltered spot beneath Mortimer Forest and the Clee Hills, which are clearly visible from the town. Ludlow has nearly 500 listed buildings, including examples of medieval and Tudor-style half-timbered buildings. The town was described by Sir John Betjeman as "probably the loveliest town in England".
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Summary from the official site
Ludlow is a historic market town known for its medieval architecture and vibrant community. Visitors can explore the town's attractions, including Ludlow Castle and St Laurence's Church, and enjoy various events and festivals throughout the year, particularly the renowned Ludlow Food and Drink Festival.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Teme SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Shropshire Hills
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
From the Wikipedia article
Ludlow ( LUD-loh) is a market town and civil parish in south Shropshire, England. It is located 28 miles (45 km) south of Shrewsbury and 23 miles (37 km) north of Hereford, on the A49 road which bypasses the town. The town is near the confluence of the rivers Corve and Teme. The oldest part is the medieval walled town, founded in the late 11th century after the Norman conquest of England. It is centred on a small hill which lies on the eastern bank of a bend of the River Teme. Situated on this hill are Ludlow Castle and the parish church, St Laurence's, the largest in the county. From there the streets slope downward to the rivers Corve and Teme, to the north and south respectively. The town is in a sheltered spot beneath Mortimer Forest and the Clee Hills, which are clearly visible from the town. Ludlow has nearly 500 listed buildings, including examples of medieval and Tudor-style half-timbered buildings. The town was described by Sir John Betjeman as "probably the loveliest town in England".
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Background
History
The town is situated close to Wales, and lies near the midpoint of the 257 km England–Wales border; it is also very close to the county border between Shropshire and Herefordshire (neighbouring Ludford remained part of Herefordshire until 1895). This strategic location invested it with national importance in medieval times, and thereafter with the town being the seat of the Council of Wales and the Marches during its existence (1472 to 1689).
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- Coordinates
- 52.3680, -2.7180
- District
- Shropshire
- Parish
- Ludlow
- Postcode
- SY8 1AL
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Shropshire
- Nearest railway station
- Ludlow — 0.4 km
- Official site
- www.ludlow.org.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Ludlow (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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The Reader's House
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Clifton Ludlow
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Ludlow War Memorial
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14, Castle Street
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ludlow?
- Ludlow is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode SY8 1AL), in the parish of Ludlow.
- What is Ludlow?
- Ludlow ( LUD-loh) is a market town and civil parish in south Shropshire, England. It is located 28 miles (45 km) south of Shrewsbury and 23 miles (37 km) north of Hereford, on the A49 road which bypas
- How do I get to Ludlow?
- The nearest railway station is Ludlow, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode SY8 1AL.
- Is Ludlow a protected site?
- Yes — Ludlow is part of the River Teme SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Shropshire Hills National Landscape (AONB).
- Does Ludlow charge admission?
- Ludlow typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Ludlow?
- The nearest railway station is Ludlow, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SY8 1AL.