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Things to do for parents in Ludlow

July 17, 2019 David Meddows

Parents deserve fun too!

Tomorrow more students from around the world will be arriving in Ludlow. Some are travelling with their parents. Students are going to spend two, three or four weeks in Ludlow, but most parents only have a few hours.

Here are our tips for parents who have only 2 or 3 hours in Ludlow.

Things to do in Ludlow

The best lunch

Visit the Green Cafe for lunch by the river. The service is excellent and the food is AMAZING and not too expensive.

Address: The Mill on the Green, Linney, Ludlow SY8 1EG
Make a reservation: 01584 879872

Walk by the river

From the Green Cafe you can take a stunning 20 minute walk along the river, which will bring you back into the centre of the town.

Castle

Built in 1086 by the French, the castle is right in the centre on the main square. Climb to the top of the tower with the flag for an amazing view of Ludlow.

St Laurence’s Church

This ancient and impressive church is famous for its stained glass windows. It’s right in the centre.

Shopping

Go shopping in the market on the central square. Today, is a great day to go shopping because it’s the Green Festival.

If you are looking for gifts, The Silver Pear is a ‘classy’ gift shop.

Address: 68-69 Broad St, Ludlow SY8 1NH

Finally…

Leave at least 45 minutes to take a tour of the campus.

10 hotels for parents in Ludlow

June 5, 2019 David Meddows

If you are a parent bringing your child to More Than English summer school this summer, why not spend a night or two in Ludlow?

Here are some pubs, hotels, cottages and Airbnb properties you might like to stay in:

Options in the centre of Ludlow

(1) The Charlton Arms

Relaxed atmosphere
50 metres outside the old town across the ancient Ludford Bridge with stunning views over the river
Traditional bar and a restaurant with the best view in Ludlow!

http://www.thecharltonarms.co.uk/

(2) The Castle

Stay in apartments built into the walls of Ludlow Castle
Located in the very heart of Ludlow
Historic: the castle was built in 1086
Often a minimum stay of several nights

www.castle-accommodation.com/accommodation

Accommodation in the walls of Ludlow Castle

(3) The Town House Ludlow

Just restored, luxurious rooms in a black and white Elizabethan building dating from Shakespeare’s time, right in the centre of the old town
Breakfast in the Italian cafe next door

http://townhouseludlow.co.uk/

(4) The Church Inn

A recently renovated pub right in the heart of the old town

www.thechurchinn.com/

(5) Dinham Hall

Update: 05/05/2022: Dinham Hall is being refurbished! Please choose another option!

Elegant and traditional
Restaurant with French chef
In the centre of the old town, metres from the castle and the town square

http://www.dinhamhall.co.uk/

(6) Ludlow Cottages

Private apartments and cottages in the medieval old town
Call: Jane Hall – +44 (0)1584 831213)
Usually a minimum stay of at least 3 nights

www.ludlowcottages.co.uk/

Also in the centre: Airbnb

(Disadvantage: Airbnb options often have a minimum stay of 2-3 nights)

26 Mill Street

On Trip Advisor
1 minute from the castle in the centre. In history, definitely a high status address in Ludlow!
Call Amana, 26 Mill Street +44 (0)75 452 57 847

https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/VacationRentalReview-g186367-d12376207-Quintessential_Ludlow_Cottage-Ludlow_Shropshire_England.html

9 Brand Lane

1 minute from the castle in the centre – super friendly and located in a gorgeous medieval lane right in the heart of Ludlow
Call Anna Oakes, 9 Brand Lane +44 (0)79 648 09 562

https://abnb.me/TLc98AlIgM

Options outside the centre

A short walk from the centre:

(7) Whitfield House

Bed and Breakfast
Light, high standard rooms
Only 10 minutes’ walk from the centre in a very quiet location
Relax! 5 minutes’ walk from Ludlow swimming pool and spa

www.stayinludlow.co.uk/

(8) Fishmore Hall

Top end exclusive hotel
Spa
Fine restaurant for parents who are seeking a treat!
20-30 minutes’ walk from the centre

www.fishmorehall.co.uk/

Outside jacuzzi with views of the hills at Fishmore Hall

(9) Acorn Place

BnB
With breakfast
15-25 minutes’ walk from the centre

www.acornplace.co.uk/

Options a short drive from the centre

If you have a car, you’ll have more options just outside Ludlow:

(10) The Clive

Top end exclusive hotel
Part of a country estate that produces super high quality food
Restaurant: specialists in very high quality dining
Very, very high standards
3-4 minutes’ drive outside Ludlow

www.theclive.co.uk

Two more!

(11) Old Downtown Lodge

Top end exclusive hotel
Fine restaurant
18 minutes’ drive outside Ludlow

www.olddowntonlodge.com/

(12) Mill House

Relaxed
A short 5-7 minute drive outside the town
Historic ‘watermill’ bed and breakfast in breathtakingly beautiful location
Simple, rustic style

http://www.shropshire-guide.co.uk/places/mill-house-ludlow/

Ludlow is very popular with British tourists so if you would like to stay in Ludlow, book as soon as possible! We’re sure you won’t regret it!

Hello parents who are in Ludlow today – this is for you!

July 22, 2018 David Meddows

Parents!

If you are travelling to Ludlow today, and if you like beautiful gardens, we highly recommend this event in the centre of Ludlow.

Ludlow is a medieval town surrounded by a city wall. Inside the old town there are lots of beautiful secret gardens.

Usually you can’t see them, but today… you can!

Open Garden Day in Ludlow

Meet the locals

This is a great opportunity for you to meet local people in Ludlow. The town is famous with British tourists, but not with international tourists. That is why you can expect a very warm welcome: people will be very interested to meet you over a cup of tea (with milk)… and “pass the time of day” (have a chat).

Tickets

You can buy tickets from Rickard’s Castle Bookshop in the central square near the castle.

Stanton, the owner of the bookshop is a friend of More Than English director David Meddows, and he’s very friendly. He’ll be pleased to help you!

Also useful for parents who are in today: