Ludlow Castle
Ludlow Castle is a castle in Ludlow, England that was very important during the Middle Ages because of its position on the border between England and Wales.
| Ludlow Castle | |
|---|---|
| Ludlow in Shropshire, England | |
 Ludlow Castle from the south-east | |
  Ludlow Castle | |
| Coordinates | 52.3672°N 2.7230°W |
| Grid reference | grid reference SO5086874594 |
| Site information | |
| Owner | The Earl of Powis and the Trustees of the Powis Estate |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Condition | Ruined |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1066–85 |
| Built by | Walter de Lacy |
| Materials | Siltstone and red sandstone |
| Events | The Anarchy, the Second Barons' War, the Wars of the Roses, the English Civil War |
Among those who lived at the castle were Prince Arthur, the son of King Henry VII of England, and Prince Edward, the future King Edward V of England.
Most of the castle is ruined, but visitors are allowed.
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