Pon De River, the Caribbean kitchen that grew from a Bewdley pop-up, now has its own home on Load Street. Collection only, ordered online, open Friday to Sunday.
News and Updates
The latest stories, updates and announcements from Bewdley. Read about community news, local business updates, and what is happening around town.
Bewdley News and Updates
The latest stories, updates and announcements from Bewdley. Whether you are looking for community news, updates from independent local businesses, or the latest word on upcoming festivals, you will find it here. This page is updated regularly to keep you connected with exactly what is happening around town.
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Fireworks open Bewdley Carnival’s 100th year
The annual Firework Display opened Bewdley Carnival’s centenary weekend over the River Severn last night, captured from the air by Kidderminster Drone. The carnival itself is today.
Bewdley Carnival: road closures and joining the procession
Bewdley Carnival is on Saturday 27 June. Here are the town centre road closures for the day, and how to join the CARP walking procession from Anton Close at 11am.
The Far Forest Countryside Show returns this August
The Far Forest Countryside Show returns to the Callow Hill showground on Saturday 8 August, 10am to 5pm. The Welsh Axemen, falconry, classic vehicles, live music and a free park and ride, all included in the ticket price.
Bewdley Carnival turns 100 this June
Bewdley Carnival celebrates its centenary on Saturday 27 June from noon. A century on from the first parade in 1926, expect floats, live performances and family fun, free to attend, with a centenary raffle for a Safari Lodge stay.
Bewdley’s Sunday Riverside Market is back for 2026
Bewdley’s Sunday Riverside Market is back. It runs the first and third Sunday from May to September, 9am to 3pm, on Severn Side North by the River Severn. The next one is Sunday 21 June.
Your Guide to Pride Events Across the West Midlands and Worcestershire in 2026
From Bridgnorth to Birmingham, Redditch to Worcester, Pride season brings a wave of celebration across the region. Here is our guide to LGBT+ Pride events taking place across the West Midlands and Worcestershire throughout 2026.
Sourcing Local: Bewdley Farm Shop Offers Flexible Wholesale Supply for Wyre Forest Businesses
Bewdley Farm Shop is offering local cafés, pubs, and restaurants a flexible wholesale supply service, featuring six day delivery across the Wyre Forest and zero requirement to buy in bulk.
Bewdley Duck Race 2026 Draws Hundreds to the River Severn
Mayor Nicole Harper started the 2026 Bewdley Duck Race at noon on Easter Monday, sending hundreds of yellow rubber ducks down the River Severn from Bewdley Bridge in aid of local charities.