Ludlow at Leisure: A Country Town at Play 1800-1950

How an historic market town in middle England has entertained itself over 150 years, from 1800 to 1950. Lovely black and white photographs The market town of Ludlow, Shropshire has entertained itself over the last 150 years with events for both rich and poor: from cockfighting to cycling clubs, from genteel balls to rowdy tugs-of-war across the local river. Historian Derek Beattie has created a very lively, highly-illustrated account of Ludlow, a traditional, thriving town in middle England, which shows how the local people amused themselves when not at work. It is a snapshot of the changing tastes in leisure over a century and half, captured in fascinating original photos and words.