The church was enlarged in 1199 - a reflection on the prosperity of the town - and parts of it are in a style midway between Norman and Early English. The north transept has Decorated features and its construction reflects the recovery of Ludlow from the Black Plague which reduced its population by one third in 1349. The nave and chancel roofs date from around 1440.

The museum leads the visitor through a series of pieces showing video on the defeat of the counts of Ulster, and the plans of the Tudors and Stuarts for populating the region with English and Scottish colonists. Colonisation from the 17C is shown via presentations devoted to the Great Famine, emigration and the influence of the drapers' guild on the life and architecture of Draperstown.

At the Sea life Centre you will discover freshwater and seawater fish, on a zigzagging upward journey that takes you from ocean to estuary and from the river to sea. At the top you have a good view of the canals below. And at the bottom of sea, via a lift that takes you there and via a transparent tunnel, you can walk beneath the rays and sharks above.

Samuel Johnson (1709-1784), the famous writer, poet and lexicographer, was born in this house, built by his father. The exhibition shows the life and work of Samuel Johnson, from his childhood to his marriage, his début in London and his friendship with James Boswell.