Ludlow "The Perfect Historic Town"
Ludlow with St. Laurence's Church

A Town Full of History

A walk through Ludlow's main streets and quiet lanes is to experience over 900 years of history. 

Ludlow's History
Broad Street, Ludlow

Ludlow Castle

Ludlow Castle is one of the most interesting castles in the Marches, in a dominant and imposing position high above the River Teme.

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Ludlow Castle
Broadgate, Ludlow
The Buttercross, Ludlow

The Shropshire Hills

Situated on the edge of The Shropshire Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Ludlow is the perfect base to explore this glorious area.

Places to visit near Ludlow
Cardingmill Valley, Church Stretton

An Area Full of History

With many beautiful  historic buildings in and near Ludlow, the area is a fantastic place to step back in time.

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Stokesay Castle
Ludford Bridge, Ludlow

Ironbridge Gorge

Ironbridge Gorge Museums are a series of museums, spread along the banks of the River Severn. The Ironbridge Gorge is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

More Things To Do Near Ludlow
Ironbridge, Shropshire

Welcome to Ludlow

Cycling in Ludlow

Ludlow and the surrounding south Shropshire countryside is an ideal cycling area. The beautiful hilly countryside which includes the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has many quiet country lanes, forest areas and planned routes to suit cyclists of all abilities.


Cycling Route Leaflets

Mortimers Forest way marker

Shropshire Council has produced several recommended cycling routes outlined in these downloadable leaflets:
- Ludlow Cycling Routes
- Ludlow Cycling and Walking Map
- Lady Halton Loop (Near Ludlow)
- Bromfield Routes
- Shropshire Hills 1 - Craven Arms to Acton Scott, Church Stretton and Longmynd
- Shropshire Hills 2 - Craven Arms to Clun, Bishop's Castle and Bury Ditches
- Cleobury Mortimer Cycle Rides

For other routes in the rest of Shropshire please visit Shropshire Councils Travel Shropshire Website.


Mortimer Forest

Map of Mortimer Forest Car Parks

There are a large number of marked trails, footpaths, bridleways and tracks through woodland owned by The Forestry Commission. Three car parks serve as the starting point for the all the trails, forest roads and other footpaths. Cycling is permitted by the Forestry Commision on all forest roads.

The landscape of the Forest is dominated by limestone ridges and can be fairly steep. The roads are generally gravel tracks so suitable bikes are neccesary.

Vinnalls Car Park, marked A on map, is the starting point for the several trails, offers ample parking, picnic tables and a pop up tea room on Saturdays and Sundays.

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Hopton Woods

Hopton Woods Map

Hopton Woods is the home of mountain biking in Shropshire and consist of several unsurfaced trails. The following trails are available:

Warm-up Loop
Moderate Trails
Pearce XC - 12.6km of descents and climbs. Built in partnership with Pearce Cycles of Ludlow.
Downhill Trails - There are three downhill trails here for the experienced downhill rider.

For more information please download the Trail Map of Hopton Wood or visit the Forestry Commission's Hopton Wood page.

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OS Grid ref: SO 345 763, Postcode: SY7 0BG


Bike Shops

Bike Shops & Cycle Hire

The following businesses are based in Ludlow or nearby:

Wheely Wonderful Cycling - 01568 770755
Cycling holidays and Walking holidays, Cycle Hire Centre, Local Cycle maps for sale

Pearce Cycles - 01584 879288
Pearce Cycles sell bicycles and accessories from their shop in Ludlow, Shropshire. They provide full servicing facilities in their workshop.

IslaBikes - 01584 856881
IslaBikes are a specialist in the sale of Childrens Bikes. Clothing and accessories are also available.

Epic Cycles - 01584 879245
The UK's biggest dedicated road bike shop, set in a 12,500sq ft converted warehouse. Epic cycles offers bike sales, clothing and accessories.