The Deli on the Square is just that, located in the main square of Ludlow, looking towards the castle. There is a car park situated close by, although on market days you may spend quite some time driving around hoping for a space.
Ludlow has a reputation as a foodie town, and is part of the Slow Food movement that started in Italy. You would therefore expect its deli to be good, and this one doesn't disappoint.
There are two large chilled counters. These have a good range of things in bowls, such as feta stuffed peppers and many varieties of olives. There are good cheeses including Mrs Kirkham's Lancashire, great Caerphilly and the local Shropshire blue, plus some less well known cheeses from Herefordshire and other parts of the Marches. There is a good range of Patchwork pates, both meat and vegetarian, and some other chilled savouries and meats.
The shelves stock condiments, jams and seasonings, plus rice, pasta, sauces and other staples. There is a small freezer cabinet stocking ice cream, and some frozen offerings from Patchwork.
The staff are friendly and helpful, and happy to offer up tasters, so you can buy with confidence. read more