https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/medieval/Recent content in medieval on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usSun, 31 May 2026 06:09:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/700-years-of-history-for-sale-in-the-midlands-inside-one-of-englands-oldest-homes/Sun, 31 May 2026 06:09:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/700-years-of-history-for-sale-in-the-midlands-inside-one-of-englands-oldest-homes/A rare piece of England’s architectural heritage is now available on the market, offering the extraordinary chance to own a home continuously inhabited for over 700 years. Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Brewood, South Staffordshire, Old Smithy Cottages is a remarkable Grade II listed property with origins tracing back to the 1350s. Constructed during the turbulent times of the Hundred Years' War and shortly after the Black Death, this historic home is anticipated to command a price exceeding £393,000.https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/ludlow-crowned-best-market-town-in-the-west-midlands/Wed, 27 May 2026 01:30:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/ludlow-crowned-best-market-town-in-the-west-midlands/The title of Best Market Town in the West Midlands has been awarded to Ludlow, a picturesque town in Shropshire known for its rich heritage and exceptional food culture. While Shrewsbury, set on the River Severn with its iconic Tudor timber-framed buildings, and Ledbury, famous for its black-and-white architecture near the Malvern Hills, are often celebrated, Ludlow has emerged as the standout destination. Ludlow’s market has been a cornerstone of the community for over 900 years, operating in the historic Castle Square.