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Discover the heritage of the Shropshire Hills

The heritage of the Shropshire Hills, as witnessed by the area’s buildings, can be traced back to the very earliest civilisations to make their home in the British Isles.

Ancient hill forts and other ancient fortifications, and medieval castles bear testimony to conflict, real or threatened – this is classic border country, or Marches, with Offa’s Dyke the most visible evidence of the “hard border” between England and Wales.

But not all historic buildings in the Shropshire Hills are military in nature – the area’s rich geology gave rise to an important mining industry and remnants of this activity give a fascinating insight into those times.

The following is a selection of some of the best places to visit to open a window onto the extraordinary history of the Shropshire Hills.

All Heritage in Ludlow

  • Ludlow Castle

    Construction of Ludlow Castle began in the late 11th Century as the border stronghold of one of the Marcher Lords, Roger De Lacy. Early in the 14th Century it was enlarged into a magnificent palace for Roger Mortimer, then the most powerful man in England. Later, in the 15th Century Read more [...]

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  • Ludlow Assembly Rooms

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  • Wheely Wonderful Cycling

    Cycling Holidays, Walking Holidays. Cycle hire. Cycling Maps. CYCLING HOLIDAYS – Choose from over 30 different cycling holidays through Shropshire, the Wye Valley and Wales.  Superb cycle tours on traffic-free country lanes cycling. From family cycling holidays and adventurous cycling short breaks on the Kerry Ridgeway, to weeklong tours around Shropshire’s Castles Read more [...]

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  • Tenbury Wells

    Tenbury Wells, referred to as ‘The Town in The Orchard’ by Queen Victoria, is an ancient Market Town in North Worcestershire and just a short car journey from Ludlow. Explore places to visit in Tenbury Wells – its Town Centre area is a conservation area and has a unique selection Read more [...]

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  • Ludlow Medieval Christmas Fayre

    Visit Ludlow Medieval Fayre at the end of November A weekend to mingle with medieval jesters and enjoy live music as you explore over 100 stalls selling seasonal wares, food and drink, crafts, historical goods and more; it’s the ideal chance to find the perfect, original gift or indulge in Read more [...]

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  • Stokesay Castle

    Stokesay Castle, near Craven Arms, nestles in peaceful South Shropshire countryside near the Welsh Border. It is one of more than a dozen English Heritage properties in the county. Stokesay Castle is the finest and best preserved 13th century fortified Manor house in England. It offers visitors a unique glimpse Read more [...]

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