Welsh Marches Collection

The ruins of Raglan Castle near Monmouth, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The ruins of Raglan Castle near Monmouth, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Ragland, from "Remarks on a Tour to North and South Wales, in the year 1797", February 1, 1800
Ragland, from " Remarks on a Tour to North and South Wales, in the year 1797", February 1, 1800

England, Shropshire, Ludlow. A bay window in an ancient half-timbered house, in the market town of Ludlow

England, Shropshire, Ludlow. An ancient half-timbered house in the market town of Ludlow

The Death of Bohun, 16 March 1322, (c1880). Humphrey (VI) de Bohun, 4th Earl of Hereford (1276-1322) was a member of a powerful Anglo-Norman family of the Welsh Marches

Ludlow Castle, Shropshire, 1924-1926. Artist: Louis Burleigh Bruhl
Ludlow Castle, Shropshire, 1924-1926. The building of Ludlow Castle was begun in the late 11th century by Roger de Lacy, one of the Marcher Lords on the border with Wales

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Welsh Marches: A Captivating Blend of History and Charm in the English Borderlands Step back in time as we explore the Welsh Marches, a historic region straddling England and Wales. John Hill, in his 'Remarks on a Tour to North and South Wales, in the year 1797,' described it as 'a scene of picturesque beauty, interspersed with ruins of ancient castles.' One such castle is Ludlow in Shropshire, England, where the past comes alive. Francis Frith & Co's photograph captures Ludlow Castle's imposing structure, a testament to the region's rich history. The castle's dark past is further emphasized by Louis Burleigh Bruhl's painting, 'The Death of Bohun,' depicting the tragic event that took place within its walls on 16 March 1322. Beyond the castle, Ludlow's market town is a treasure trove of ancient half-timbered houses. Their intricate designs, as shown in these images, offer a glimpse into the past, while their continued existence speaks to the region's enduring charm. Each bay window, each gabled roof, tells a story of the Welsh Marches' fascinating history. As you wander through this captivating landscape, let the echoes of the past guide you on your journey through the Welsh Marches.