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Ludlow Castle, Castle Square, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 1AY. Tel:
01584 873355. A vast 11th century castle with much of its masonry
intact, in a spectacular setting above the river Teme. From the
huge Outer Bailey a bridge across the moat leads to the Inner
Bailey with the Keep,Great Chamber, Solar Wing and other interesting
buildings. www.ludlowcastle.com. Location: About 10 miles north
of Leominster in Ludlow.
The Judge’s Lodging,
Broad Street, Presteigne, Powys, Mid Wales, LD8 2AD. Tel: 01544
260650. Aided by an interior hardly touched by time and original
furnishings discarded in attics, extensive research and restoration
has re-awakened this ‘Victorian fossil’. From the stunningly
restored judge’s apartments to the dingy servants’
quarters below you can explore their gaslit worldand the damp
cells. www.judgeslodging.org.uk. About 9 miles west of Leominster.
Berrington Hall, nr Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DW. Tel: 01568
615721. Neo-classical mansion with fine interiors, set in landscaped
grounds. Amazing painted ceilings and French Regency furniture.
'Capability' Brown's last garden design. National Trust. Charges
apply. About 3 miles north of Leominster.
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