Places of Interest
Bishop's Castle
A hilly market town, with a wide variety of shops lining the high street, from ironmongers to art galleries. There has been a livestock market in Bishop's Castle for over 800 years. It has a library, museum and a leisure centre. There are two small breweries in the town, attached to public houses, The Six Bells and The Three Tuns.
Bishop's Castle holds a carnival in July and a Michaelmas Fair in September.
For more information contact the Tourist Information Point 01588 638467 or click on this link Bishop's Castle

 

View towards the Market Hall in Bishop's Castle
Bury Ditches

One of the best preserved Iron Age hill fort's in the country, Bury Ditches has different graded walks, a nature trail and superb panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Leaving Lydbury North on the B4385 towards Bishop's Castle, turn left towards Brockton And Lower Down.
Continue past the hamlet of Lower Down. There is a car park and information point, picnic tables have been provided.

Long Mynd

The most southerly moorland heath of its kind in the country, spectacular walking with breathtaking views.  National Trust, with open access. The southern end of the Long Mynd is within the Lydbury North parish.
Lydbury North Footpath Heritage Group have produced a book detailing walks in the parish including maps, directions and other information. The book covers a variety of walks in the parish and is available from Lydbury North Village shop.

A southerly view of Long Mynd
Ludlow

Ludlow is an historically important site with over 500 listed buildings, the original medieval street pattern can still be seen. The 900 year old castle dominates the town overlooking the market square. Ludlow also has a number of restaurants and old pubs. There is a museum and library. Ludlow market is held on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. There also regular monthly Sunday Antiques and Flea Markets. For more information contact the Tourist Information Centre on 01584 875053 or
click on this link Ludlow
 

Ludlow Castle
Mitchell's Fold

A few miles from Bishop's Castle, off the A488 is the English Heritage site of Mitchell's Fold. This is an ancient stone circle from the Bronze Age, in wild moorland with magnificent views of the Shropshire Hills and Wales.

Stiperstones

Spectacular six mile long stretch of rocky outcrops. The dramatic landscape has inspired many local myths and legends. Much of the Stiperstones is a National Nature Reserve. From Bishop's Castle take the A488 road to Shrewsbury.

 

Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall is the ancestral home of Lord Clive of India.
Within walking distance of Lydbury North, it is set in 30 acres of landscaped gardens, including an arboretum, with pools, developed by  the son of Lord Clive of India.
The arboretum is open daily, 12 noon-4pm, Easter - October. The drive way is adjacent to The Powis Arms. There are three fishing lakes stocked with perch, tench and pike. Fishing licenses can be obtained from the village shop.

Walcot Stables.
Riding lessons for all levels, for individuals or small groups. Manager: Stuart Murray BHSAI.
Treks around Walcot Estate. Ring 01588 680514 or see Walcot Hall Website                                Walcot Hall