Bewdley Museum improvements

Improvement works to the entrance porch at Bewdley Museum were completed in June 2026, creating a brighter, more welcoming arrival for visitors.

During the first few months of 2026, the museum’s entrance was carefully enhanced. Two arched glass windows and a glass double doorway were installed just behind the building’s Grade II listed gates. The result is a flexible, enclosed and weather-proof space that improves accessibility while respecting the character of the historic building.

The porch now also benefits from integrated heating, new lighting, carefully restored listed gates and acoustic panels, helping to create a more comfortable and welcoming space for visitors throughout the year.

As well as improving the museum’s appearance from the street, the upgraded space opens up new possibilities. It can now host temporary exhibitions and form part of the museum’s wider event offer, adding to the overall visitor experience.

The works were delivered by contractors Speller Metcalfe and form part of Wyre Forest District Council’s plans to attract more visitors to Bewdley and the wider district, while encouraging people to spend more time enjoying the town’s shops, cafés and pubs.

The works form part of wider plans to encourage more people to visit Bewdley, spend longer in the town, and enjoy the shops, cafes, and pubs throughout the day and evening.

The project has been supported by a grant from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).

Find out more about visiting the museum including events, weddings and more via the Bewdley Museum website.