About Bedford

Located in south central Pennsylvania, the community of Bedford is the seat of Bedford County and is known as the ‘Crossroads of Heritage and Hospitality.’ Bedford residents enjoy historic small-town living with modern amenities. The Pennsylvania Turnpike and Interstates 70 and 99 make it easy for residents to access popular destinations such as Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Penn State University and even Cumberland, Maryland.

There are several historic attractions near Bedford, including Gettysburg National Military Park and multiple civil war parks and battlefields. Bedford received its name from the French and Indian War-era British fort, Fort Bedford, which was stationed where the town now stands. The Fort Bedford Museum seeks to preserve and recount the history of our nation’s involvement in the French and Indian War.

Bedford offers recreational activities and events to entertain its residents and visitors, including amusement parks, biking, birding, bowling, cave tours, golfing, exercise gyms, hiking, horseback riding, orchard tours, theaters, skating, and exploring nearby state parks.

Annual events in Bedford, such as Easter Family Fun, The Great Bedford Bed Race, Summer Picnic on the Square, Antiques on the Square, Riverfront Arts Festival, Pumpkin Fest and Snowflake Social, bring the community together to celebrate each other and the area. Bedford is known for its unique attraction, Gravity Hill, a place where gravity is jumbled! The strange anomaly attracts interested visitors from around Pennsylvania and beyond.

Common among old communities, including Bedford, are tours of the area’s historic homes. Residents and visitors alike enjoy these tours, which give them the opportunity to learn more about this special place and what it was like to live in Bedford many years ago. Architectural styles for real estate in Bedford range from historically preserved homes to modern residences, providing housing to satisfy a multitude of lifestyles.

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