Top Features

Everything you want to know about the Storm the Castle duathlon
3 minute read
Are you ready for 'Storm the Castle'? Known as a challenging course for runners and cyclists, it's also a great family fun time.
Easter family fun in and around Ludlow
4 minute read
Easter trails, puppet shows, history and the great outdoors, there's an event for everyone in the family in Ludlow this Easter.
Shropshire Spring Walking Festivals
5 minute read
Get your boots on for four fabulous walking festivals exploring the best of the Shropshire countryside.
Perfect pairings: stay and eat well in 'foodie' Ludlow
5 minute read
Three outstanding properties in and around Ludlow offer sublime dining experiences.
Point2 Guides: 5 miles of flowers on the Mortimer Forest Circular
5 minute read
Enjoy a quick Sunday jaunt around Ludlow's Mortimer Forest and be amazed at the broad drifts of flowers and colour.
Our top 10 Mother's Day gift ideas
4 minute read
Beautiful, unique and affordable gifts for Mother's Day from our local businesses. It really is the thought that counts.
Are you in the Tourism sector? Join Shropshire's First Tourism Expo on 28 March 2023
2 minute read
Visit Shropshire is organising a total new event for anyone working in or owning a business in the tourism sector in Shropshire on 28 March 2023. Register now.
Quick wins in a tough business climate
3 minute read
Challenging business environments can offer opportunities too, here are a few quick and easy wins to help you navigate a course through tough times.

Events

Stokesay Castle, Craven Arms, SY7 9AH
April 1, 2023
EASTER ADVENTURE QUEST AT STOKESAY CASTLE
Join in acracking adventure quest at Stokesay Castle this Easter holiday. Explore the grounds and gardens to hunt for clues and challenges and discover traditional Easter games. Track down the Easter eggs and you’ll be rewarded with an adventurer’s certificate and a tasty chocolate treat. The quest costs just £2, which you can pay when...
NT Croft Castle & Parkland
April 1, 2023
Easter adventure trail at Croft Castle
Hop along to Croft Castle this Easter and enjoy all that spring has to offer. Follow the trail through the gardens and grounds to find all 10 Easter-themed activity stations, with games and puzzles for the whole family to enjoy. Don’t forget to collect your chocolate egg at the finish. Croft Castle’s Easter adventure trail...
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, SY7 9RS
April 1, 2023
Shropshire Way 80K Festival
Shropshire Way 80K Festival 2023 – A Mammoth Experience in the Shropshire Hills Why not make memories to last a lifetime by taking part in one of our amazing challenges? The first weekend of April sees hundreds of runners and walkers coming to the Shropshire Hills to take part in our event which showcases the...
Ludlow Castle
April 1, 2023
Easter Family Fun 1st - 16th April
The Easter Bunny has visited and hidden some eggs. Find the eggs to discover the mystery word and claim your prize. Saturday 1st – Sunday 16th April. Open every day 10 am – 5 pm (last entry 4.15pm) £2.95 per trail (admission charges apply)
Ludlow Assembly Rooms
April 4, 2023
The Grow Show from Wild Boor Ideas
Follow the year in the life of a puppet garden, wiggle with the worms and sing along with the singing veg. A fun, interactive puppet performance with shadow puppets, glove puppets, catchy songs and a garden that grows before your very eyes. All tickets are just £7 each for children and adults. Book ONLINE
Ludlow Kitchen, Bromfield SY8 2JR
April 13, 2023
Puddings Galore
Visit Ludlow Kitchen and enjoy a relaxing main course, then watch the parade of puddings arrive and land on your table… At this event you can try four different puddings with the appropriate accompaniments. Get stuck in! £25 per ticket or £80 for four. Full menu coming soon. Book ONLINE
St Laurence's Church & Ludlow Assembly Rooms
April 14, 2023
The Ludlow English Song Weekend
Ludlow English Song Weekend 2023 will be a LIVE festival featuring numerous events. As ever, an excellent series of recitals, all seemingly stand-alone and yet inexorably linked by the deft hand of artistic director Iain Burnside’s fantastic curation. Some familiar names, some familiar pieces and, of course, some new faces for you and some composers,...
Ludlow Brewery
April 15, 2023
Big Dogz Tacos NEW POP UP!
New to Ludlow Brewery is Big Dogz Tacos, tasty tacos street food trader. Serving from midday till 5pm (or they run out!). Dan Appleton runs a small independent Mexican street food business, doing pop ups, private parties, food festivals, corporate functions.
Whitcliffe Car Park
April 20, 2023
Dawn Chorus - Birds of Mortimer Forest
This will be a circular walk setting off from the Whitcliffe Car Park, Killhorse Lane, Ludford, Bromfield, Shropshire, England Grid ref: SO495740 The walk will focus on bird identification and bird song in the Mortimer Forest with local expert Dave Pearce. There will be a voluntary contribution of £5 for this event to cover costs....
Kington, Herefordshire
April 21, 2023
Spring Walking Festival
Kington Walks 2023 Spring Festival April 21st – 23rd Kington sits on the border between the green and pleasant land of Herefordshire, famous for apples, beef and beer, and the wild and beautiful uplands of Wales and makes a perfect base for everyone interested in walking from strenuous hill walking to leisurely strolls along gentle...
The Clive Arms, Bromfield
April 21, 2023
Small Plates Night
Small plates night returns to The Clive Arms! A relaxed tapas-style evening bringing you a wonderful selection of seasonal dishes. Small plates, charcuterie, nibbles and much more, this is the perfect foodie event where you can enjoy a host of flavourful food. Enjoy an evening with friends, family and great food, not forgetting a dedicated...
Mary Knoll House, Whitcliffe, SY8 2HD
April 22, 2023
Photography workshops in the Mortimer Forest
The Friends of Mortimer Forest are co-hosting a photography event with local photographer Anderson Images. Two classes will take place, the first on Saturday 22nd April and a second on Saturday 14th October 2023, from 10am-4pm, with photographer and lecturer Brian Anderson. These workshops will teach you to take creative and well composed photos of...
Ludlow Rugby Club, The Linney, SY8 1EE
April 23, 2023
Storm the Castle 2023
Returning in 2023, Storm The Castle, continues to be one of the UK’s most challenging short course duathlons but still one of the most popular with elite and novice athletes racing side by side. Athletes will return to tackle the course with aptly named sections such as the Lactic Ladder as well as to climb...
Leintwardine Community Centre, SY7 0LB
April 29, 2023
Spring Into Wellbeing Festival
Emotional Freedom Technique, Shamanic Drumming, Feminine Healing, Singing Circle, Vegan foods, Reiki, Ear & Foot Care, Psychic Medium, Permaculture, Tarot readings, Herbalife, Mother Nature Circles, Natural Organic creams and balms, Aroma Touch, Kinesiology, Energy Healing, Talks, Demonstrations and so much more. Book ONLINE
Ludlow Racecourse, Bromfield, Ludlow SY8 2BT
April 30, 2023
Ludlow NCT Spring Nearly New sale
Ludlow NCT Nearly New sale is back again for 2023. Sunday 30th April at Ludlow racecourse Get tickets ONLINE
McCartneys Rural, The Ox Pasture, SY8 4BH
April 30, 2023
Orleton YFC Tractor Run
£10.00 Entry Fee Includes Hot Drink Route TBC Booking in from 9.30am Departing at 10.30am Refreshments Available. Raffle on the day. For more information please contact; Thomas Crofts 07530 432 312 Jonathan Crofts 07974 744 656
Millennium Green, SY8 1EG
May 4, 2023
Promenade & Prosecco
A short circular walk, followed by drinks and chat on the green. Option to skip the walk if preferred, four legged friends welcome. Bring you own drink and nibbles or takeaway available from CSons.
Ludlow Brewery
May 5, 2023
The Innocent Criminals
Only guilty of getting everyone up on the dance floor, The Innocent Criminals are back at the brewery on Friday 5th May. The ultimate party band will be supported by newcomer Joseph Morris from Worcester. Doors open 7.30pm. Live music from 8pm.
Ludlow Rugby Club
May 12, 2023
Ludlow Spring Festival 2023
NB new venue: Ludlow Rugby Club Over 60 of the finest food and drink exhibitors to tempt your taste buds! Be prepared to stock up on your favourites and discover new ones too. Book tickets ONLINE
St Laurence's Church and Ludlow Assembly Rooms
May 24, 2023
Ludlow Piano Festival
Piano-playing celebrities (Ed Balls, Katie Derham, Rachel Parris, Garry Richardson, Bob Barrett, Ben Cooper, Duncan Wisbey, Niamh Cusack, Sarah Walker, Sue Perkins, Jo Brand and Wynne Evans)* will be interviewed briefly by Rob Rinder about their piano history, the short piece they’ve chosen to play and their career highlights. Expect nerves, laughs, some surprisingly high...
Castle Square, SY8 1AY
July 8, 2023
The Ludlow10
Now run by Andali events, expect the full distance 10k race, a short course 5km race and a new youth distance race. Run through the closed roads, local woods and and beautiful trails of one of the country’s prettiest towns. Known for it’s narrow and hilly roads, the Ludlow10 promises to offer you a town...
Ludlow Castle
July 20, 2023
Rag'n'Bone Man | Ludlow Castle
One of the country’s most successful solo artists, Rag’n’Bone Man has just announced he’s coming to Ludlow Castle. The internationally renowned star is putting on a very special show that promises to be an unmissable and truly unforgettable night to remember! Buy tickets ONLINE
Ludlow Castle
July 21, 2023
SOLD OUT Kaiser Chiefs | Ludlow Castle
One of Britain’s most known and favoured indie bands, the multi-platinum selling stars will be playing within the incredible surroundings of Ludlow Castle.
Ludlow Castle
July 22, 2023
Nile Rodgers & CHIC | Ludlow Castle
Musical legend Nile Rodgers & CHIC will be performing live at Ludlow Castle on Saturday 22nd July for what will be a truly unforgettable live show from one of the most iconic and influential acts of all time! General admission tickets go on sale 10am Friday 27th January via seetickets.com
Ludlow Castle
July 23, 2023
SOLD OUT Bastille - Live at Ludlow Castle
The globally renowned indie pop celebrating the 10th anniversary of their multi-platinum debut album ‘Bad Blood’ with a very special outdoor show, performing the landmark album and favourites from their impressive collection of hits.
Ludlow Castle
September 8, 2023
Ludlow Food Festival 2023
Friday 8th, Saturday 9th, Sunday 10th September 2023 Over 100+ exhibitors, predominantly from Ludlow and across the Welsh Marches. Discover your favourite foods and try something new! Book tickets ONLINE

welcome to our new look

We, Claire and Lucy, launched Let’s Go Ludlow four years ago and we felt it was time for a refresh!

LGL is a passion project and we have loved sharing our insider’s view of the fresh, healthy and vibrant lifestyle that living in Ludlow gives us and our families.

And now we have a new challenge: championing local business.

In line with our new look, we are very excited to announce the upcoming launch of our NEW community, Let’s Go Local. We’re creating the ultimate A-Z local business directory free to all our readers and a digital subscription service from only £1.99 per month which will offer our members amazing discounts and offers to a wide variety of Ludlow businesses.

Launching soon – come and join us, we can‘t wait to meet you!

Eat & Drink

Ludlow Distillery opens its doors this Spring
The highly anticipated distillery and visitor centre offers guests a behind the scenes look at the Ludlow Gin and Ludlow Whisky distillation process and more…
Perfect pairings: stay and eat well in 'foodie' Ludlow
Three outstanding properties in and around Ludlow offer sublime dining experiences.
Recipe: rhubarb & amaretti cake
Rhubarb season is on the way, . This simple but tasty recipe boosts your antioxidants and brings a little pop of pink to your cooking.
Our top 10 Mother's Day gift ideas
Beautiful, unique and affordable gifts for Mother's Day from our local businesses. It really is the thought that counts.
Fairtrade Fortnight 2023 in Ludlow
Ludlow Fairtrade Fortnight, a two-week programme of events,reminds us to take pride in our local food scene and remember that we still import much of our food, broadening the community of farmers we should support.
Ludlow's Parlour pubs - a punter's guide
While Cliff Slade loves the town of Tenbury where he lives, he finds Ludlow's three Parlour pubs, The Blood Bay, Old Street Tavern and The Dog Hangs Well, a wonderfully retro delight
Fall in love with these great gift ideas from our local businesses
Lost for Valentine's Day gift ideas? We've got you sorted with specials and discounts on perfect pressies for your loved one from local shops and producers
Ludlow Festivals 2023 - the insider's guide
It's the year of the festival in Ludlow here's an insider's guide to all the events happening in Ludlow in 2023.
A warm pub welcome awaits on Christmas Day in Ludlow
Looking to raise a festive glass in good company on Christmas Day? Then pop down to one of these great local pubs opening their doors on Christmas Day in Ludlow.
Recipe: a vegan Christmas
Colliers Cookery School's Harriet Wakeford shares a lovely super easy and super tasty vegan dish to tempt everyone's palates this holiday.
Where to find your Christmas tree in Ludlow
If you're ditching the fake fir and feel like going au naturel this Christmas, there's plenty of choice in and around Ludlow
Yes, it's time to prepare for a Ludlow Christmas
Colliers Cookery School's Harriet Wakeford is hosting many family members this Christmas, which means having a plan. Harry also gives us a recipe using affordable game found in local butcher shops.

Explore

Everything you want to know about the Storm the Castle duathlon
Are you ready for 'Storm the Castle'? Known as a challenging course for runners and cyclists, it's also a great family fun time.
Easter family fun in and around Ludlow
Easter trails, puppet shows, history and the great outdoors, there's an event for everyone in the family in Ludlow this Easter.
Shropshire Spring Walking Festivals
Get your boots on for four fabulous walking festivals exploring the best of the Shropshire countryside.
Shakespeare returns to Ludlow Castle
Fairies, Sprites & Mayhem! Shakespeare's most beloved comedy, Midsummer Night's Dream, returns to Ludlow Castle this June.
Point2 Guides: 5 miles of flowers on the Mortimer Forest Circular
Enjoy a quick Sunday jaunt around Ludlow's Mortimer Forest and be amazed at the broad drifts of flowers and colour.
Are you in the Tourism sector? Join Shropshire's First Tourism Expo on 28 March 2023
Visit Shropshire is organising a total new event for anyone working in or owning a business in the tourism sector in Shropshire on 28 March 2023. Register now.

welcome to our new look

We, Claire and Lucy, launched Let’s Go Ludlow four years ago and we felt it was time for a refresh!

LGL is a passion project and we have loved sharing our insider’s view of the fresh, healthy and vibrant lifestyle that living in Ludlow gives us and our families.

And now we have a new challenge: championing local business.

In line with our new look, we are very excited to announce the upcoming launch of our NEW community, Let’s Go Local. We’re creating the ultimate A-Z local business directory free to all our readers and a digital subscription service from only £1.99 per month which will offer our members amazing discounts and offers to a wide variety of Ludlow businesses.

Launching soon – come and join us, we can‘t wait to meet you!

Stay

Perfect pairings: stay and eat well in 'foodie' Ludlow
Three outstanding properties in and around Ludlow offer sublime dining experiences.
Are you in the Tourism sector? Join Shropshire's First Tourism Expo on 28 March 2023
Visit Shropshire is organising a total new event for anyone working in or owning a business in the tourism sector in Shropshire on 28 March 2023. Register now.
Quick wins in a tough business climate
Challenging business environments can offer opportunities too, here are a few quick and easy wins to help you navigate a course through tough times.
Places to stay: 7 picks for a perfect getaway
Banish those winter blues and plan the perfect getaway in the Ludlow area. Choose from these seven perfect spots that suit a range of accommodation needs.
3 quick and easy escape ideas near Ludlow this autumn

Time for a great escape? Avoid the hassle of fit-to-fly tests and queues at airports. Feel good about these 3 eco-conscious ways to rest and relax close to home.

Visit Shropshire launches FREE business membership under grant scheme
Listen up businesses in tourism, hospitality and retail, Visit Shropshire is offering you a free 6 months’ membership as part of a recovery grant scheme from Shropshire Council.
Place to stay: Steeple Mews Holiday Homes

Looking for holiday lets with plenty of room, parking and a stone’s throw from the market square? Look no further than Steeple Mews Holiday Homes writes owner Steve Barnes.

5 glamping retreats around Ludlow

With summer just around the corner, we’ve picked FIVE glamping sites near Ludlow that will make you feel like you’re on the ultimate Shropshire getaway

Place to stay: Upper Buckton B&B, Leintwardine

Jonathan and Mary Berry, owners of Upper Buckton B&B, Leintwardine, have made their home in the Herefordshire/Shropshire borders and invite you to stay!

Place to stay: My B&B life at Crow Leasow

Sally Kellard, owner of Bed & Breakfast, Crow Leasow says it’s been a tough year in hospitality, but she is ready to adapt to inevitable change.

Stay and walk: Charlie's Cottage, Ludlow

Charlie’s Cottage is a holiday let, centrally located and, just in time for reopening, its owners recommend a meandering, soul-warming walk along the river.

Shop local - Ludlow springs forth

On the 12 April some non-essential businesses can reopen their doors. Here’s a list of those who‘ve told us they’re welcoming back customers.

Weddings

How to plan your wedding ceremony in Ludlow

Planning a wedding? Ludlow has it all. In this guide, although you may downsize the wedding party, oversize your celebration with grandeur at these spectacular, local settings.

Place to stay: My B&B life at Crow Leasow

Sally Kellard, owner of Bed & Breakfast, Crow Leasow says it’s been a tough year in hospitality, but she is ready to adapt to inevitable change.

Check out The Grain Loft – a unique wedding venue

Quick, if you’re looking for a place to hold a wedding or an event, head over to The Grain Loft’s Open Day on 26 January an explore this unique historical venue and grounds.

Let's do...a perfect country wedding in Ludlow

Planning a country wedding is a piece of cake when its done in the Ludlow area writes Kate MacDougall

The art of flowers at Wild Bunch

A blissful day was spent at Wild Bunch’s ‘Ephemeral Spring’ flower-arranging workshop in the capable and assured hands of owner and guide, Tammy Hall.

our testimonials

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Jess Baker
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Kirsten Dwight
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Julia Hughes
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Sonia Earlshall
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Sonia Earlshall
If I lived in Ludlow I'd have a permanent smile on my face that you would never wipe off. God's Country indeed.
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Let's Go Local Business Directory

Mortimers Ludlow
Modern British/French food in a stunning restaurant in idyllic Ludlow
Kin Ludlow Rooms
Four spacious self-catering holiday apartments in the centre of Ludlow.
Cruckbarn
Peaceful hilltop oak-framed barn, located on the edge of it's own woodland.
Ludlow Brewing Co
We’re proud to be a small friendly brewery that makes good honest beer for.
The Bull Ludlow
The Bull Ludlow is a wet led pub, ideally located in the center of town on Corve Street. We offer Great Ales, Lagers & Ciders. Along with pool table, Piano & Fully loaded jukebox so you can dance the night away to your faviourites. We provide Bed & Breakfast for 4 letting rooms located just above the pub, available all year round.
No. 10 Hair
Hair Salon providing the highest level of professionalism to every client