 |
| Stokesay Castle, Shropshire. Photo ©Alison Plummer. |
I fell for Stokesay Castle, Shropshire, many moons ago and love it to pieces. The whole aura of it – the building, the setting, who knows what exactly, but it's like a magnet for me. The exterior blends castle walls with a medieval beamed manor house, and the gatehouse is a fairytale in itself. Inside is bare today, but still interesting. Climb the tower for views over the lush Teme Valley countryside.
 |
| Stokesay Castle Gatehouse. Photo by English Heritage. |
Stokesay is close to Ludlow, a hill town with a very different castle, mighty and formidable, despite its ruined walls. Explore Ludlow's streets leading up to the castle and the adjacent market square. Markets are held four days a week and foodie Ludlow delivers local produce in many cafes, delis and restaurants. Explore this border country and its tiny towns and castles, hike the hills, feel the magic.
 |
| Photo by Alison Plummer© |
 |
| Photo by The Clive Arms |
 |
| Photo by The Clive Arms |
Stokesay CastleLudlow Farmshop
The Clive Arms
