Berwick-upon-Tweed tourist information

Berwick townscape behind The River Tweed

Berwick-upon-Tweed is England's most dramatic walled town, standing right at the Northern-most tip of Northumberland. It has certainly attracted its fair share of famous admirers in the past. Lancastrian painter L.S. Lowry was a huge fan of the town and today there is a specially created Lowry Trail for those who want to explore his favourite holiday resort named Berwick

A view across Berwick-upon-Tweed Estuary

A view across Berwick-upon-Tweed Estuary

Look around and you can see evidence of that past - Berwick was captured or sacked 13 times before 1482 when it fell into the hands of the English - in its Elizabethan Town Walls that were built to keep the invading Scots out of the town. Built between 1558 and 1570, the walls were the most expensive building project of England's Golden Age. Why not stay in a Berwick cottage for a week or two to be able to truely appreciate the history and culture that surrounds this area.

From the top of these walls you can take in some spectacular views over the wide estuary of the River Tweed including Stephenson's famous viaduct bridge, hailed as one of the finest in the world and is now lit at dusk.

Looking up to the clock tower on Berwick Town Hall

Looking up to the clock tower on Berwick Town Hall

Go inside the formidable walls and you'll find a charming and eclectic Georgian market town with a huge range of things to do and enjoy. In terms of places to stay, you'll be spoilt for choice with everything from small, homely Berwick bed and breakfasts to Berwick hotels and self-catering cottages.

Berwick is home to a thriving arts and culture scene which includes the Maltings Theatre and Arts Centre, and some great museums - try the Berwick Barracks and Main Guard - and galleries, as well as unique events such as the Riding of the Bounds and Border Marches, celebrating the unique town boundaries.

Berwick is also easy to get to, it is just off the A1 and has its own East Coast Mainline railway station. Visitors to the town walls can also enjoy The Berwick Museum and Art Gallery and The Gymnasium Gallery.

Berwick-upon-Tweed Market Days:

The regular market days are Wednesday and Saturday. Visitor enquiries please contact Berwick-upon-Tweed Tourist Information Centre. Stall enquiries please call: 0845 6006400.

Learn more about market days in Northumberland

More information about the town can be found on the Visit Berwick website.

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    Berwick-upon-Tweed Tourist Information Centre

    106 Marygate
    Berwick-upon-Tweed
    Northumberland
    TD15 1BN

    +44 01670 622155

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    Third floor well equipped apartment in newly converted historic granary with stunning views over the harbour and Tweed estuary. Luxury and comfort for 2 people.

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    Spacious detached 19thC vicarage. Refurbished to a high standard, only 10 minutes walk from the town centre and beautiful beaches.

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    Cottage near historic ramparts. Five minute walk to restaurants and beach. Private walled courtyard garden. Very peaceful and secluded.
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    This beautifully restored Georgian house offers elegant, luxurious and comfortable accommodation, situated within the town’s Elizabethan walls on one of its most beautiful streets.

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    An outstanding Victorian house with original oak doors and staircase, and many other original features, 2 minutes to the station and the town centre.
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    Superbly comfortable, well equipped ground floor flat. Courtyard garden Sundeck. Quiet residential area. Only 5 minutes walk from all amenities, ramparts, river beach and golf course. Owner lives in the above 1st floor apartment.
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    Bridge View is situated in a quiet street, three minutes from the Railway station and the centre of town. The property is tastefully decorated and the large en-suite family room overlooks the Royal Border Bridge.

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    With views over River Tweed and historic Berwick, the safe sandy beaches, Holy Island and St Cuthberts Cross Border Walk make this a fascinating spot.
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    Spacious property in pretty Berwick-upon-Tweed. A short stroll from the coast, river and town's amenities. Excellent base for Northumberland holiday. Holy Island 10 miles.
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    A beautiful and elegant period townhouse overlooking the Tweed Estuary, right on the Elizabethan Walls and in the tranquil heart of the old town of Berwick-upon-Tweed. Special offers available.
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    Georgian townhouse with separate guest annex in private courtyard. Town centre location close to amenities. Residential parking available. Walkers and cyclists are welcome. Cycle storage in courtyard.

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