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Clun / ˈ k l ʌ n / (Welsh: Colunwy) is a town in south west Shropshire, England, and the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The 2011 census recorded 680 people living in the town. [ 1 ]
Tranquil, pretty community overlooked by spectacular castle ruins. Most people think of Clun as a village, but it has the distinction of being granted a very early town charter in the 14th century. It was also mentioned in the Domesday Book.
- Clun, Craven Arms, SY7, Shropshire
Clun. The peaceful rural town of Clun in southern Shropshire has had a chequered past. It certainly hasn't always been the tranquil place we see now. Situated in the borderland between England and Wales, an area known as the Welsh Marches, it was often raided or fought over by the English and Welsh.
Clun and the Clun Valley is perfect for a lazy holiday or indulgent short break. Key Events During the Year. Clun Valley Beer Festival – September. Clun Green Man Festival – May. Clun Carnival and Show – 1st Saturday in August.
Clun Castle is a medieval ruined castle in Clun, Shropshire, England. Clun Castle was established by the Norman lord Robert de Say after the Norman invasion of England and went on to become an important Marcher lord castle in the 12th century, with an extensive castle-guard system.
A brief history of Clun Castle, which was founded shortly after the Norman Conquest and prospered in the 13th century thanks to the management of the Fitzalan family.
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The dramatic riverside ruins and extensive earthworks of this Welsh border castle sit high on a rocky mound on the edge of the small, picturesque town of the same name. Unusually, the castle's tall 13th century keep is set on the side of its mound.
