Worcestershire Bewdley

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An attractive Georgian town nestled on the River Severn

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A gateway to the UK’s largest native woodland, Wyre Forest and the birth place of prime minster Stanley Baldwin.

Photo of River Severn at Bewdley with bridge and shops in the distance

This attractive Georgian town nestled on the River Severn in an area with a rich agricultural and industrial history. It provides a gateway to the Wyre Forest itself and the English–Welsh borderlands known as The Marches.

Retaining its unique charm with a wealth of listed buildings, at its heart is the much acclaimed Bewdley Museum where you can see local crafts people at work, adjacent to the wonderful Jubilee Gardens and Community Orchard.

The museum also houses the award-winning Tourist Information Centre where staff are on hand to help you make the most of your visit including discounted tickets to major events, attractions and memorabilia such as West Midland Safari Park and Severn Valley Railway.

Photo of young child and train driver on platform at Severn Valley Railway pointing towards a steam train

Bewdley has an attractive shopping and riverside area offering a range of pubs, restaurants and cafes to explore and even has its own micro-brewery.

Photo of Bewdley Brewery Beer Glass

The ancient woodland of the Wyre Forest and National Nature Reserve surrounds Bewdley to the west of the town, providing excellent opportunities to discover a rich diversity of wildlife, forest flora and fauna, a great place to visit for natural colour and even the Go Ape, hire wire experience.

A host of interesting trees are also set within the nearby Arley Arboretum.

Photo of tree canopy during Autumn at Wyre Forest

Severn Valley Steam Railway calls at the town, so you can jump on and go by vintage train in one direction to Kidderminster or neighbouring Bridgnorth in Shropshire in the other.

Photo of Severn Valley Railway going over Victoria Bridge in Bewdley

Bewdley Tourist Information Centre

Load Street

Bewdley

Worcestershire

DY12 2AE

0845 6077819

BewdleyTIC@visitwyreforest.co.uk

Photo of Bewdley Museum and exterior of tourist information centre

Top 5 Places to See In Bewdley!

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Itineraries in Bewdley

Explore our range of pre-built itineraries

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    Dowles Brook Circular Walk

    This walk guides the visitor through the heart of the Wyre Forest National Nature Reserve.

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    Bewdley River and Rail Circular Walk

    Exploring the West side of the River Severn

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    A Family Weekend Break in Worcestershire

    Escape to Worcestershire for a fun-filled family weekend break. Home to some of the UK’s finest attractions, this itinerary will give you a snapshot of the best places to explore during a short stay in the county.

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Featured event in Bewdley

Father Christmas and Craft Fair

Visit Father Christmas in his grotto on Saturday 14 December and Sunday 15 December, 11am to 4pm.

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