23/02/2026
Happy Shropshire day today.
We wanted to draw into the past a bit and find out what are the Loggerheads and where from?
The bold faces of Shropshire’s past 🛡️
The “Loggerheads” — the three striking leopard faces (often mistaken for lions) — are one of the most enduring symbols of Shropshire.
The emblem is believed to date back to the 13th century, when the three leopard faces appeared on the arms of the powerful medieval noble family associated with the region, particularly the Mortimers. By the later Middle Ages, the design had become firmly linked with the county itself and was widely recognised as a symbol of Shropshire.
But why “loggerheads”?
The name is thought to stem from medieval warfare. A loggerhead was the carved animal head fixed to the tip of a battering ram — designed to intimidate as much as to break down gates. Over time, these carved heads became associated with the county’s heraldic emblem, giving rise to the nickname “The Loggerheads.”
Today, the three faces represent strength, resilience, and deep-rooted heritage — a powerful reminder that symbols from centuries past still shape Shropshire’s identity.
Keep an eye out next time you’re exploring — the Loggerheads are never far away. 🐆
