Load Street Lower Car Park is a convenient and centrally located pay and display car park in Bewdley, ideal for short visits to the town centre, riverside, and surrounding attractions. Managed by Wyre Forest District Council, this compact car park offers quick access to shops, café’s, the historic Guildhall, and Bewdley Museum. Located on the lower section of Load Street near the junction with Dog Lane, it is perfect for drivers looking to park as close as possible to the town’s main amenities.
The facility is a surface-level lot providing a total of 48 standard parking bays and 2 designated disabled parking spaces. Despite its central location, it is classified as a long-stay car park, allowing for extended stays of up to 48 hours. Its central position means spaces can fill quickly during busy times, but it remains a top choice for direct access to the heart of Bewdley. While most Bewdley car parks have a height restriction of 2.1 metres, motorhomes and caravans are permitted to park in any bay provided they do not exceed height limits where applicable, though overnight sleeping in vehicles is strictly prohibited.
Key Features:
- 48 standard parking bays and 2 designated disabled spaces.
- Centrally located near shops, cafés, and Jubilee Gardens.
- Long-stay flexibility with a maximum stay of 48 hours.
- Pay and display system supporting cash and digital payments.
- 24-hour access with charges applying at all times.
Load Street Lower is best suited to those needing quick town centre access for shopping, dining, or leisure activities like visiting St Anne’s Church. If spaces are full during peak periods or major local events, alternative long-stay parking is available nearby at Dog Lane or Gardners Meadow.
Parking Charges (Current 2026):
Charges apply every day of the week, including weekends and bank holidays, between 08:00 and 18:00. An evening ticket of £2.00 is available for parking between 18:00 and 08:00.
- Up to 30 minutes: £0.80
- Up to 1 hour: £1.30
- Up to 2 hours: £2.40
- Up to 3 hours: £3.60
- Up to 24 hours: £6.00
- Up to 48 hours: £11.50
Full and senior citizen season tickets are accepted at this location within the standard car park restrictions.
Payment Methods:
The car park features ticket machines for cash payments (coins only). For added convenience, visitors can use the MiPermit system via the mobile app, SMS, or online. The unique location code for Load Street Lower is 703319. Payments can be made directly through the MiPermit Portal, allowing users to secure and extend their parking remotely.