Ludlow

/ˈlʌdloʊ/ noun

Definition

a town in Shropshire, England, known for its medieval castle and market town charm, or a surname.

Etymology

From Old English 'hlud' (loud) and 'hlāw' (hill or mound), so 'Ludlow' literally means 'loud hill' or 'prominent hill.'

Kelly Says

Ludlow is one of England's most picturesque medieval towns with a castle dating to the Norman conquest, and its name literally describes its geography—a prominent hill that would have been 'loud' with activity from travelers! It's been continuously inhabited since Anglo-Saxon times.

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