Parish in Wyre Forest, Worcestershire, England
| Coordinates: | 52.371, -2.322 |
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| OS grid ref: | SO 78 74 |
| Population: | 8,571 |
| Dialling code: | 01299 |
Bewdley is a riverside town in the district of Wyre Forest, Worcestershire, England, sited attractively on the bends of the River Severn. It has medieval origins and a well-preserved mix of Georgian and Victorian architecture along its high street and riverfront, with a historic bridge and narrow lanes that reflect its past as a river-trading centre and market town.
Today the town’s economy leans on tourism, independent shops, cafés and riverside leisure, with heritage attractions such as the nearby steam services of the Severn Valley Railway drawing visitors. The surrounding Wyre Forest offers extensive woodland for walking and cycling, and the town hosts local festivals and community events that underline its strong civic identity and appeal as a quiet but culturally lively centre.
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