Dinham House

Dinham House sits just above Ludlow's castle, a Georgian townhouse that gives you a proper sense of how the local gentry actually lived. The building itself is handsome without being showy - red brick, sash windows, the sort of place that looks better in afternoon light than it does at midday. You're looking at a merchant's or minor landowner's home from the 18th century, furnished and set up to show daily life rather than just parading the family silver.

History enthusiasts will find it worthwhile, especially if you're already exploring Ludlow's castle and town. It's the kind of place where you notice things - the kitchen layout, the narrow staircases, how rooms were heated. Families with older kids who can manage a bit of looking without constant entertainment will get something out of it; younger ones might find it a touch slow. Plan for 45 minutes to an hour, longer if you're reading all the interpretation.

The nearest proper camp options are Ludlow Touring & Holiday Home Park, just 1.5 miles away, or Monstay Farm's glamping setup at 2.7 miles if you want something a bit different. Westbrook Park is also within reach at 4.7 miles. Fair warning: you'll want to check ahead for opening times and admission costs - details are thin on the ground. But if you're doing a Herefordshire park holiday and you've got an afternoon in Ludlow, it's easily worth the short walk up from the town centre.