Ludlow in General

I've just got back from a weekend in Ludlow, spent wandering around their justifiably famous Medieval Christmas Fayre - which is held inside the grounds of the picturesque Ludlow Castle, which dates to the appropriate period of history, adding authenticity, not that such a thing was lacking. As well as the expected New Age nonsense, there were some seriously good fun things to see, eat and do at the Fayre - stalls selling local crafts and food and drink, archery to have a go at, sword fights to watch, and best of all, everyone was in medieval dress (some stalls actually sell it!) This continued into the town, where people were dressed up in the pubs and ...  Read the complete review

Ludlow Castle has a history stretching back to the 11th Century when work first began on it. It was considerably enlarged in the 14 Century and was the site of a skirmish in the Wars of the Roses a hundred years later. It was also a home for Edward IV's sons who later became 'The Princes In The Tower' as well as Prince Arthur (Henry VIII's brother) and Queen Mary Tudor spent some years here. This then is a Castle with a lot of history. So what is it like? It remains not as a complete ruin and many of the features built over the ages remain almost in tact and certainly recognisable. There is the basic but classic Norman structure enhanced by additions of ...  Read the complete review

What are you looking for in a weekend break? Historic buildings, beautiful countryside, michelin star restaurants or a relaxed atmosphere? All can be found by visiting Ludlow in Shropshire. I must admit at the beginning of this article to being slightly biased - I was raised in this stunning town! So what is special? Firstly the setting. An unspoilt town of black and white and georgian buildings, set by the river Teme. Above the town rises the spire of St Lawrence Church, one of the finest parish churches in the country. On the other side the Norman castle still defends the town. Ludlow still has the grid system laid down by the Romans. It is easy to wander ...  Read the complete review