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Ludlow Castle

Castle & Historic Landmark · Shropshire, England

Ludlow Castle is a castle & historic landmark in Shropshire, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

PriceAdult £9 · Child £5 · Family £23
The official homepage did not show prices, so the figures here are estimates.
Opening timesOpen daily 10am-5pm, last entry 4.15pm.
Best time to goWeekdays in term time.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAbout 5+; steps, drops and uneven ground, so check pram access
If it rainsMostly outdoors with little shelter; pick a dry day
FoodChapter 66 restaurant and café.
Money saverCheck English Heritage, Historic Environment Scotland or Cadw membership value; many ruins are cheap or free.
Top tipsClimb the keep first. Combine with the town's food market.
What to packSturdy shoes, waterproofs, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers

Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source

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