Ludlow Castle is a ruined mediaeval fortification in the town of Ludlow in the English county of Shropshire, standing on a promontory overlooking the River Teme. The castle was probably founded …

Throughout the 16th and 17th centuries, Ludlow Castle was held by the Crown, except for a brief time during the Civil War and the Commonwealth. The castle held great status as the centre of …

Nov 24, 2020 · The castle was abandoned in 1689 and fell into decay. Having been acquired by the Earls of Powis in 1811 and still under their ownership, Ludlow Castle is now open to the public.

The construction of the Ludlow Castle started around 1085, with many later additions in the following two centuries. It is one of the most interesting castles in the Marches, in a dominant and imposing …

Ludlow Castle, founded shortly after the Norman Conquest, played a central role in regional governance and military history from the 11th to the 17th centuries. Its layered architecture and ruins offer insight …

Historian and photographer David Ross visits historic Ludlow Castle, Shropshire, with photos of the castle, history, and nearby historic places to visit in Shropshire.

May 27, 2024 · From its origins as a Norman border stronghold to its heyday as a fortified royal palace, Ludlow played a central role in the politics, culture, and conflicts that shaped the medieval Welsh …