Day 1. Arrive by lunchtime
Ludlow is a medieval fortified town with a magnificent Norman castle. You should have plenty of time to try the short walks and explore the local area:
(a) Along the River Teme to Oakly Park country estate, visit remains of Benedictine priory (medieval gatehouse & wall paintings in church) and finish with afternoon tea at The Clive or Ludlow Food Centre. 3 or 6 miles (5 or 10km)
(b) Follow Ludlow's historic town trail to trace its history. Then try the Bread Walk along the river and across Whitcliffe Common for the best views of Ludlow. 1 to 2 miles (2 to 3km)
Day 2. Explore Mortimer Forest
Your walking holiday pack includes detailed route notes and Ordnance Survey maps for a selection of walks of varying lengths & degrees of difficulty, from 4 -15 miles (6 - 24 km). You can choose the walk each day that is most suitable for you (and the weather)
The routes include:
(a) A selection of walks through Mortimer Forest and up to High Vinnalls with fantastic views all the way down to the Black Mountains in Wales. You can follow the Mortimer Trail to Mary Knoll Valley and Sunny Dingle cottage. 4 to 6 miles (6 to10 km)
(b) Climbing Jack Common is perfect for picnics - or look out for deer and Red Kites as you walk through Haye Park - to the idyllic churchyard & castle ruins at Richard Castle. 9.5 miles (15 km)
(c) Explore Bringewood - great views of Downton Castle (which was built from the revenues of the great Iron forge at Bringewood, fuelled by charcoal from the forest). 11 miles (18 km). Or carry on to the picturesque village of Burrington, with unique cast iron gravestones...and in June a field of orchids.15 miles (24 km)
Day 3. Your last day in Ludlow
Time for walk, or just have a relaxing time exploring the unique shops and market square. Try lunch at Csons Cafe at Dinham Bridge, one of the best tea shops in the country. Leave Ludlow at any time to suit you.
