– Family visits increase by more than 50% over the past decade – – 18 sites enjoy record-breaking year, including Tintagel Castle and Lindisfarne Priory, as well as lesser-known gems such as Wroxeter and Stokesay Castle – English Heritage welcomed more families to its historic sites last year than ever before, the charity announced today (7 […]
Read MoreBishop’s Castle – an unspoilt medieval delight! Moving to Bishop’s Castle two years ago, I felt as if I had come home. It is the most welcoming place I have ever been. Bishop’s Castle is an unspoilt, working town dating from the Medieval period. Built on a very steep hill, it is surrounded by […]
Read MoreThe Castle Hotel in Bishops Castle, has fourteen delightful en-suite bedrooms, three bustling bars, a fine oak panelled restaurant and one of the finest hotel gardens in the land. We also have two cottage available to let, just across the square. The hotel is suffused with that elusive “I’ve got away from it all” feeling. […]
More InfoWelcome to Ludlow Castle, one of the finest medieval ruins in England. Set in the glorious Shropshire countryside at the heart of the superb, bustling black & white market town of Ludlow. Walk through the Castle grounds and see the ancient houses of kings, queens, princes, judges and the nobility – a glimpse into the […]
More InfoIronbridge View Townhouse is an unmissable award winning holiday home, set within the historic Ironbridge Gorge in Shropshire. Stunning views of the world’s first Iron Bridge – an iconic symbol of the Industrial Revolution can be enjoyed from the cosy sofa in the living room. The self-catering townhouse is conveniently located within walking distance of […]
More InfoBishop’s Castle is counting down to Party in the Park 2023 this coming Saturday, 22 July 2023. It’s a homegrown focus this year: Bishop’s Castle youth open mic bands open at midday with 12/13 year-old band North, teen singer Lilith Pearson and teenage duo Modified Youth. Amy Pugh and Meg Chandler, both Shropshire singer-songwriters, recording […]
Read MoreHeritage Open Days 10th September Shrewsbury Castle & The Soldiers of Shropshire Museum To celebrate this year’s HOD, on Sunday 10th September, we will be unlocking and opening the […]
Shrewsbury Castle will be reopening its doors to visitors on Saturday 25 July 2020 as visitor attractions continue to safely open across Shropshire. The opening will enable visitors to explore the stunning castle grounds which have been maintained by Shrewsbury Town Council throughout the closure. When visiting the Castle grounds, visitors will be able to […]
Read MoreShropshire has a legacy of battles, historic sites, and atmospheric ruins. All with stories for you to discover! Here’s your guide to Shropshires Castles. Stokesay Castle Step into the finest and best‑preserved fortified medieval Manor House in England! Stokesay Castle was constructed at the end of the 13th century by Laurence of Ludlow, who at […]
Read MoreWelcome to Whittington Castle Welcome to Whittington Castle near Oswestry in Shropshire England. The strikingly picturesque and romantic ruins are steeped in much history, tales of bitter border warfare, romance and legend. A small rural community in North Shropshire, England acquired a 99-year lease to manage the Castle that sits in the centre of its […]
More InfoThe March of the Elephants’ – Bishop’s Castle Art Trail ‘The March of the Elephants’ is a project to create a world-class elephant-inspired trail of varied artworks carefully placed around the picturesque town of Bishop’s Castle. The name is a play on the Shropshire Marches. Project background – why elephants? Bishop’s Castle has a rich […]
Read More24 hours in Ludlow? Claire Hunte, co-founder, editor of letsgoludlow.com. Still a bona-fide newbie to Ludlow, moving from London a scant 8 years ago. If I had to do 24 hours in the medieval town of Ludlow, I would begin early and with a walk in Mortimer Forest, which is a short distance from the […]
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