The township of Ledbury, in Herefordshire UK, is rich with history, as it dates all the way back to its ancient roots beginning around 690 AD. This historical town also boasts connection with some famous poets and other well-known people. Elizabeth Barrett Browning lived as a child just outside Ledbury at Hope End and is known around the world for her poetry. John Edward Masefield was born in Ledbury in June 1878 and went on to become a famous Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom in 1930 and up until he passed away in 1967. In fact, the local Ledbury secondary school is called "John Masefield High School" (JMHS).
Ledbury's distinguished heritage is particularly evident in the famous Church Lane, a narrow cobbled walkway off the centre of the High Street that leads from the town to the lovely parish church.
At the far end of Church Lane, you'll find the Sixteenth Century Painted Room. This is found in one of Ledbury's most elderly timber-framed buildings, which is now used as town council offices. Thought to date from between 1560 and 1570, the wall paintings were discovered in the 1980s during restoration work and are said to be some of the best examples of Elizabethan wall art. The floral fresco designs are based on Elizabethan knot gardens with boxes of religious text.
The noteworthy Market House dominates the town centre and stands near the entrance to Church Lane. This early 17th century building, once a grain or wool store, and council chamber, is said to have been built by John Abel - the King's Carpenter.
For many years, up until 2007, the Robertson's factory produced jam in Ledbury. This same site is now owned by Universal Beverages who process fruit for cider producers such as Bulmer. Amcor's manufacturing plant, that produces flexible packaging, also calls the town of Ledbury home and employs over 200 local employees.
Tourism is also important to the economy of this region. With its historical richness and the beautiful rural setting, it is easy to see why holiday-makers come here on vacation.
Visitors will find many different options when they are considering Ledbury accommodation. There are multiple Ledbury Hotels open for guests, as well as holiday apartments, inns and B&Bs. With the diverse accommodation options available there is something to meet everyone's needs and budget. Some of the hotels and bed and breakfasts are located close to the heart of Ledbury, while others are further out, in a more rural setting.
Bed and breakfast Ledbury Accommodation provides a relaxing option, often in a country location, thus allowing guests to kick back and de-stress from the worries of every-day life! Reading reviews from past guests of many of these B&Bs it is clear that most visitors had a very positive experience and highly recommend this type of lodging to other travellers to the region.
If you want something right in the heart of the town centre then the type of Ledbury accommodation that would best suit you would be one of the Ledbury hotels, inns or apartments. These range from 3 star quality up to 5 star properties. Some of the hotel buildings themselves have a history behind them and if not them the region still provides a good sense of the rich history that exists here.
Ledbury's distinguished heritage is particularly evident in the famous Church Lane, a narrow cobbled walkway off the centre of the High Street that leads from the town to the lovely parish church.
At the far end of Church Lane, you'll find the Sixteenth Century Painted Room. This is found in one of Ledbury's most elderly timber-framed buildings, which is now used as town council offices. Thought to date from between 1560 and 1570, the wall paintings were discovered in the 1980s during restoration work and are said to be some of the best examples of Elizabethan wall art. The floral fresco designs are based on Elizabethan knot gardens with boxes of religious text.
The noteworthy Market House dominates the town centre and stands near the entrance to Church Lane. This early 17th century building, once a grain or wool store, and council chamber, is said to have been built by John Abel - the King's Carpenter.
For many years, up until 2007, the Robertson's factory produced jam in Ledbury. This same site is now owned by Universal Beverages who process fruit for cider producers such as Bulmer. Amcor's manufacturing plant, that produces flexible packaging, also calls the town of Ledbury home and employs over 200 local employees.
Tourism is also important to the economy of this region. With its historical richness and the beautiful rural setting, it is easy to see why holiday-makers come here on vacation.
Visitors will find many different options when they are considering Ledbury accommodation. There are multiple Ledbury Hotels open for guests, as well as holiday apartments, inns and B&Bs. With the diverse accommodation options available there is something to meet everyone's needs and budget. Some of the hotels and bed and breakfasts are located close to the heart of Ledbury, while others are further out, in a more rural setting.
Bed and breakfast Ledbury Accommodation provides a relaxing option, often in a country location, thus allowing guests to kick back and de-stress from the worries of every-day life! Reading reviews from past guests of many of these B&Bs it is clear that most visitors had a very positive experience and highly recommend this type of lodging to other travellers to the region.
If you want something right in the heart of the town centre then the type of Ledbury accommodation that would best suit you would be one of the Ledbury hotels, inns or apartments. These range from 3 star quality up to 5 star properties. Some of the hotel buildings themselves have a history behind them and if not them the region still provides a good sense of the rich history that exists here.