Ludlow is a thriving market town boasting around 500 listed buildings. The centre of the town is an amazing concentration of architectural heritage including, Ludlow Castle, which is now a Grade I listed historic monument, proudly standing on a cliff overlooking the River Teme.

There are also nearly 500 listed buildings in the town as well as the local market and an impressive number of independent specialist food shops: three butchers, four bakers, a cheese shop, chocolate shop, delicatessen, whole food shops, organic food shops... all selling products of the highest quality, much of which is sourced locally. Ludlow Food Centre is a fantastic shopping experience and 50% of their products are made on the premisis.

Events:
26th - 27th November 2011 Ludlow Medieval Christmas Fayre
12th - 13th May 2012 Ludlow Food Spring Festival
23rd June - 8th July 2012 Ludlow Festival
7th - 9th September 2012 Ludlow Food Festival


Ludlow Markets held on Mon, Weds, Fri and Sat
Ludlow Produce Market is held on the second and fourth Thursday of the Month
Also most Sundays there is a Flea Market or other specialist market.

Ludlow and the surrounding countryside is very popular with walkers. Just half a mile away is Mortimer Forest, where there are 5 walking loops/trails ranging from 1 1/2 to 9 miles. If you are interested in something a bit longer then you could try Mortimers Trail, The Shropshire Way or Offa's Dyke.
Walking in Shropshire


For golfing enthusiasts, apart from in your garden there are a number of golf courses - Ludlow, Kington (the highest 18 hole golf course in England), Leominster.

Other sports include Ludlow Race course, riding and fishing.

There are numerous National Trust and English Heritage attractions in the area.

Slightly furthur afield is Hereford Cathedral and Mappa Mundi. Great fun for kids of all ages, Ironbridge offers an Indutrial Revolution exerience with its multitude of museums. The West Midlands Safari Park has a large theme park on site and the Severn Valley Railway steam train journeys are magical.

Ludlow has deservedly earned its reputation for serving some of the best food and drink in the country.

There are 7 restaurants in and around Ludlow listed in the Michelin Guide to hotels and restaurants. There are also two with a much coveted Michelin Star: La Becasse and Mr Underhills. There are also many excellent Gastro-Pubs such as the Bell Inn in Yarpole and The Clive located on the edge of Ludlow. Ludlow also has many fine hotels such as The Feathers and Overton Grange. Details can be found on the Ludlow Tourist Information Website or Visit Ludlow Website