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Places to stay in Bewdley
The main part of Bewdley town is situated on the western bank of the River Severn, including the main street, Load Street whose name derives from lode, an old word for ferry. The 'Discover Bewdley' weekend takes place on the May Bank Holiday weekend. The weekend features artists, events, market stalls, a parade and the launch of the Bewdley Heritage Trails. The Bewdley Festival, featuring a variety of artistic performances, is held in the town each October, and Bewdley also hosts one of the largest inland river regattas in the country. The successful Bewdley Beer Festival is held each August Bank Holiday weekend. Bewdley also has a carnival which takes place every June. Bewdley is surrounded by the Wyre Forest, and there are many footpaths and cycle routes through the unspoilt woodlands. There is a visitor centre situated just outside Bewdley on the road to Cleobury Mortimer, where many waymarked trails through the forest start from. The Bewdley museum, housed in the Guildhall explores the history of the town and has displays on local crafts such as coopering, basket making, agriculture and tanning.
