Local Attractions
Magdalene Fields Golf Club
Established in 1903, with the initial layout of nine holes designed by Willie Park, the then Professional at Musselburgh. Magdalene Fields Golf Club enjoys a cliff top setting with coastal views southwards to Holy Island and northwards to Scotland. The 18 hole course is parkland with a typical links layout set outside the Elizabethan Walls of Berwick-upon-Tweed, where English and Scots battled for centuries for control of the Border Town. http://www.magdalene-fields.co.uk/
Eyemouth Golf Club
Why not come and play our now famous 6th hole which was voted "Britain's Most Extraordinary Golf Hole". It's a formidable and challenging par 3 played across a vast gully often with the North Sea waves crashing below which leaves little room for error. http://www.eyemouthgolfclub.co.uk/
Lowry Trail
L S Lowry (1887 - 1976) visited the town of Berwick many times from the mid-1930's until the summer before he died. The Berwick Lowry Trail identifies the sites of many of his finest paintings and drawings of the town and allows you to follow in his footsteps.
http://www.berwick-pt.co.uk/lowry_trail.htm
Berwick Town Walls
Walking around the town walls takes about 45 minutes and is a great way to witness Berwick's turbulent history at first hand. You can also take in stunning views over the town and look out towards the wide sandy beaches of the North Sea and the Tweed estuary with its colony of mute swans.
http://www.visitnorthumberland.com/site/attractions/castles-and-historic-sites/berwick-town-walls
Bamburgh Castle
The CastleSpanning nine acres of land on its rocky plateau high above the Northumberland coastline Bamburgh is one of the largest inhabited castles in the country.
Explore the castle and discover more about this iconic building by clicking the different areas with your mouse. The great fortification of Bamburgh Castle sits on an outcrop of volcanic dolerite. Known locally as whinstone for the sound it makes when hit by a stonemasons hammer, it provides a natural throne upon which the castle sits forty five metres above sea level. http://www.bamburghcastle.com/
Holy Island
Also known by its Celtic name as Lindisfarne, Holy Island is accessible only at low tide, twice daily, by a three mile long causeway, built in 1954. Holy Island was one of the principle centres of Christianity during the Dark Ages and was given to St Aidan in AD635 by the King of Northumbria. Even more famous and influential was St Cuthbert, whose life and teaching was a magnet for pilgrims.
He died in AD 687 and was initially buried in the church, but later his remains were moved to Durham Cathedral. http://www.northumberland-coast.co.uk/holy_island.php
Berwick-upon-Tweed:
Berwick-upon-Tweed is the most northern town in England
and over the centuries has changed hands between England and Scotland
no less than 14 times. Today it is a popular holiday spot with people
drawn to see its town walls, beaches, shops and cafes and - of course
- the swans on the River Tweed beneath the famous border bridges.
South of the town, the Heritage Coast has been officially designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The long, sandy beaches are punctuated by spectacular castles, picturesque fishing villages and outstanding golf courses. The Holy Island of Lindisfarne and the bird and seal colonies on the nearby Farne Islands are particular gems.
Inland, the Tweed marks the border with Scotland whilst the the little market town of Wooler is a good centre for walking in the Cheviot Hills. These borderlands have a unique atmosphere - quiet and peaceful yet exceptionally warm and welcoming.
Attractions -
Conundrum Farm
The unusual design of our barn restaurant means you can watch some
of our friendly farm animals while you enjoy home-baked cakes, scones,
and freshly prepared meals. Children's birthday parties are brilliant fun at the farm. Let us
take care of the party food, while the children explore the farm trail.http://www.conundrumfarm.co.uk/
Paxton House
Situated on the banks of the river Tweed, Paxton House is a hidden
gem. Built by the Adam brothers in 1758 for the young Patrick Home
it is perhaps the finest example of 18th century Palladian Country
houses in Britain.
http://www.paxtonhouse.com/
The Maltings
The region' premier theatre with an exciting all year round programme
including the best live entertainment and latest film releases.
Call our box office to join our mailing list, make bookings and with
any enquiries about forthcoming events. Tel: 01289 330999
The Main Guard
An 18th Century guardhouse restored by Berwick Civic Society in partnership
with English Heritage.
Moved to its present location in Palace Street in 1815, the building
consists of a room for officers, a second for soldiers and the dreaded
'Black Hole' providing a secure place for the drunk and disorderly
of the town. Tel: 01289 307281 (eve. only)
Berwick-upon-Tweed Barracks - Northumberland - 0.18 miles
The Berwick Barracks, among the first to be purpose-built, were begun in 1717 based on a sketch by the distinguished court architect Nicolas Hawksmoor. Today, the Barracks hosts a number of attractions, including By Beat of Drum – an exhibition on the life of the British infantryman. While there, make sure you visit the Regimental Museum of the King’s Own Scottish Borderers, Contemporary Art Gallery (Apr-Aug) and Clock Block exhibition.
Goswick Links Golf Club - Berwick-upon-Tweed - 5.54 miles
For over a hundred years golf has been played on the Goswick Links, which lie some 7 miles south of the old garrison town of Berwick-upon-Tweed, on the east coast of north Northumberland.To the West the Cheviot Mountain Range overlooks the coastal strip with Goswick Links lying between the railway line and sands. The Holy Island and Bamburgh Castle lie to the South and looking North the low Lammermuir Hills lie just beyond the River Tweed and The Scottish Borders. The original nine holes were laid out in 1890 by James Braid and extended in 1894 to 18 holes. In 1964 the original nine holes were modified by Frank Pennick. Recently four new greens and four new tees have been added. The course now measures over 6600 yards and can be stretched to 6800 yards from back tees.
For children
A working farm experience with lots of rare and traditional farm animals, play area, pedal tractors, duck pond, trout pond and fun barn. 4 acre fishery stocked with quality brown, rainbow and blue trout. Home-made and locally produced food available in the Barn shop and cafe. Conundrum is the last farm in England. More..
The Lindisfarne Heritage Centre has been developed by the Island community from those with established family connections to those new families and scholars with more recent connections drawn by Lindisfarne's cultural heritage and natural beauty and history. Linked to one of the country's most professional presenters of historic events, More..