15 miles north east of Worcester along the Seven Valley is the picturesque town of Bewdley. By the time of William the Conqueror it was part of the manor of Kidderminster and by the late 12th century was in the hands of the Mortimer family. These were prosperous time for "beau lieu" (French for beautiful place) as it had became known and 1472 King Edward IV incorporated the town as a Borough which allowed the town to have its own Coat of Arms, hold Markets and hold its own court sessions. This prosperity was as a result of the towns location on the River Seven and its closeness to the Wyre Forest. Rivers were the main means of communication and the boatmen of Bewdley were kept busy loading an unloading their flat-bottomed boats (called "trows" locally). Exports from Bewdley included timber from the Wyre Forest, ironware from the Black Country and pottery from Stoke; imports included China Clay from Devon and luxury goods such as wine and tobacco. Bewdley had always been an important crossing point on the river before the first bridge was built in 1447 this was replaced in 1483 and again, following flood damage by the present bridge which was constructed by Thomas Telford in 1798. King Henry VIII built the Palace of Tickenhill for his son Prince Arthur, it was also used as a meeting place for the Council of the Marches of Wales. Some fine examples of Timber-framed and Georgian houses still stand showing the wealth that the river trade brought to the town; River House and Kimberley House by the river, the George Hotel and Lower Park House - birthplace of Stanley Baldwin, who was Prime Minister three times between 1923 and 1937 - are just some of Bewdley`s architectural gems. Bewdley is also the Headquarters of the Seven Valley Railway, the Bewdley Museum in The Shambles, Load Street tells the history of Bewdley and the surrounding areas. John Lyland the great Elizabethan traveller said of Bewdley "a man cannot wish to see a better towne". Nothing has changed in the subsequent 400 years.
Attraction
Bewdley Museum
Go Ape!
Severn Valley Railway
Shatterford Lakes Wildlife Sanctuary and Fishery
West Midland Safari and Leisure Park
Classes
Dance - Annie's Dance & Fitness Classes
Dentist
Doctor
Estate Agent
Eden Group Property Services
Phipps & Pritchard
Golf Club
Little Lakes Golf and Country Club
Wharton Park Golf Club
Health and Fitness Club
Holiday Park
Inn
Market
Pub and Bar
Angel
Harbour Inn
Horse & Jockey
Little Pack Horse
Red Lion Inn
Talbot
White Swan
Restaurant
Angry Chef Restaurant
Bailiff's House
Dinglespout
Harbour Inn
Hop Pole Inn
Horse & Jockey
Little Pack Horse
Red Lion Inn
Royal Sangam Balti House
Sampan
Silva's
School
Solicitor
Taxi
Abbey Taxis
Bewdley Private Hire
Homesafe Travel
Vet
Sports Clubs
Bewdley CC (Cricket)
Bewdley Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Bewdley TC (Tennis)
Trimpley Sailing Club (Sailing)
Shops
Mamble Craft Centre
Maggie's Florist
Petcetra
Perrigo Opticians
The Old Bank Craft Studio
The Quay
Just in2 Carpets & Rugs
Dash Publications and Print
Flower Power Bewdley
Granny Browns Chocolate Box
Activities
Go Ape!(Adventure)
River Severn Ferry Co(Boat Trips and Cruises)
Places to Stay near Bewdley
George Hotel (0.08 miles)
One visit to Bewdley will explain why this town was once described as ‘the most perfect small Georgian town in Worcestershire’. Thomas Telford’s famed arch bridge provides a focal point ... More
Mug House Inn (0.09 miles)
Nestled on the Worcestershire and Shropshire borders alongside the river Severn sits the picturesque town of Bewdley, known for its Georgian architecture and quaint black and white cottages, with stunning ... More
Woodcolliers (0.11 miles)
Severn Valley Guest House (0.33 miles)
A pretty 17th century bed and breakfast located in the idyllic town of Bewdley, Worcestershire. Severn Valley Guest House offers excellent value at very affordable prices and is a minutes ... More
Ramada Hotel and Resort Kidderminster (1.15 miles)
Stay at the Ramada Hotel & Resort Kidderminster, experience everything you would expect from an international hotel company. Within easy reach of Birmingham, Stratford upon Avon and Worcester.
Set in 16 acres ... More
Burlish Park (1.95 miles)
Royal Forester (2.64 miles)
Olive Guest House (2.66 miles)
Olive Guest House is a family run guest house / B&B, offering desirable and comfortable accommodation, with a private customer car park, set in a spacious Victorian house, providing the ... More
The Royal Forester (2.92 miles)
The Royal Forester is a charming traditional inn that dates back to 1411. It is located in the heart of the Wyre Forest within Worcestershire. It offers a unique eating & drinking experience combined with ... More | visit website
Stourport Manor (3.36 miles)
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The Menzies Stourport Manor is set within 23 acres of beautiful grounds near the town of Kidderminster, with a brasserie and leisure club. Enjoy a mouth-watering ... More
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