Shropshire topographic maps

During the 12th century, the planned town of Ludlow was formed, in stages, the town providing a useful source of income for successive Marcher Lords, based on rents, fines, and tolls. They developed the town on a regular grid pattern, although this was adapted somewhat to match the local topography, from the…

Average elevation: 108 m

Average elevation: 158 m

The town centre is partially built on a hill whose elevation is, at its highest, 246 feet (75 m) above sea level. The longest river in the United Kingdom, the River Severn, flows through the town, forming a meander around its centre. The Rea Brook is a small river that has its confluence with the Severn at…

Average elevation: 69 m

Average elevation: 248 m

Average elevation: 90 m

Average elevation: 92 m

Average elevation: 310 m

Average elevation: 137 m