Bedford, Ohio
Population: 14,214
Located in Cuyahoga County
Welcome to Bedford Ohio. Right in the heart of the mid-west, this charming city was originally settled in 1786 by Moravian Missionaries and derived its name from Bedford, New York. Today Bedford is bustling suburb just minutes away from Cleveland. Bedford enjoys a typical Midwestern climate. Average temperature during the winter month's stay in the twenty degree range with enough snow and chill in the air to enjoy the city's ice rinks and sledding areas. Summer time temperatures remain quite comfortable in the seventies and eighties. The Bedford Reservation is a beautiful forest with challenging terrain. Complete with trails, picnic areas and beautiful scenery, the park enjoys a stunning stream that drops a dramatic 220 feet cutting a steep, walled, gorge. The gorge is considered a Natural National Landmark and affords a stunning array of trees, shrubs and flowers unique to this particular area. The Shawnee Hills Golf Course is also another main attraction to the Bedford Reservation. Tinkers Creek Viaduct Park is a beautiful little area maintained by the cities Park and Recreation department. Tinkers Creek is twenty acres of waterfalls, streams, historical sights and beautiful foliage. The Bedford School System consists of six primary/middle schools and one High School. There are also a few private schools to choose from within the city limits. Bedford High School prides itself on a diversified list of course offerings to prepare their students for futures in technical, business, and vocational fields as well as other occupations. There are several large colleges and universities just minutes away from Bedford including the famous John Carroll University in addition to Case Western Reserve University, and Cleveland State University. With such close proximity to Cleveland, Bedford residents enjoy plenty of options when it comes to employment, recreation, shopping or entertainment. If you enjoy professional sports, you have come to the right place! With such nationally recognized teams the Browns (NFL), Indians (MLB), or Cavaliers (NBA), there is lots of action during the entire calendar year. If you're looking to satisfy your mind, be sure to visit The Cleveland Museum of Natural History, The Great Lakes Science Center or take the kids to The Children's Museum of Cleveland. The Cleveland Zoo is home to the largest collection of primate species in North America. With beautiful gardens and over 3,000 animals, this will be a place you will want to visit again and again. Cleveland can also provide easy access with transportation to just about any place in the world. There is an Amtrak station is located in Cleveland providing easy travel in addition to the Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport which can get you anywhere in the world. Bedford affords quality of life for individuals and families alike for several reasons. With an excellent school system and close location to a major city, Bedford has much to offer. Come stroll the downtown district and peek inside any of the shops or restaurants, and you will see for yourself what this friendly suburb can do for you.
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