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Berwick-upon-Tweed

Civil Parish in Northumberland

England

Berwick-upon-Tweed

Housing, Berwick upon Tweed The housing shown on the 1940s map is to the right, newer housing to the left.
Housing, Berwick upon Tweed Credit: Kirsty Smith

Berwick-upon-Tweed is a civil parish located in the county of Northumberland, England. Situated on the east coast, it is the northernmost town in England and lies on the border between England and Scotland. The town is known for its rich history and strategic location, which has played a significant role in the conflicts between the two nations.

The town's history dates back to the Roman era, with evidence of settlements and fortifications. Throughout the centuries, Berwick-upon-Tweed changed hands between England and Scotland multiple times, leading to the construction of numerous defensive walls and fortifications, some of which still stand today.

Today, Berwick-upon-Tweed is a charming town with a population of around 12,000 residents. It boasts a picturesque setting, with its location on the banks of the River Tweed and views of the North Sea. The town's architecture reflects its history, with a blend of medieval, Georgian, and Victorian buildings.

Visitors to Berwick-upon-Tweed can explore its many historical landmarks, including the Elizabethan town walls, built to defend against Scottish invasions. The town also has several museums and art galleries, showcasing its rich cultural heritage.

In addition to its historical significance, Berwick-upon-Tweed offers a range of outdoor activities. The surrounding countryside is ideal for hiking, cycling, and birdwatching, with the nearby Northumberland National Park and Northumberland Coast providing stunning natural landscapes.

Overall, Berwick-upon-Tweed is a captivating town that combines history, natural beauty, and a vibrant community, making it an attractive destination for both residents and visitors.

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Berwick-upon-Tweed Images

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Housing, Berwick upon Tweed The housing shown on the 1940s map is to the right, newer housing to the left.
Housing, Berwick upon Tweed
The housing shown on the 1940s map is to the right, newer housing to the left.
Marshall Meadows Caravan Park Caravan Park clinging precariously to the clifftop north of Berwick-on-Tweed. Personally, I would feel a bit vulnerable!
Marshall Meadows Caravan Park
Caravan Park clinging precariously to the clifftop north of Berwick-on-Tweed. Personally, I would feel a bit vulnerable!
View of Berwick from Halidon Hill View of Berwick from Halidon Hill, the site of a Battle in 1333.
View of Berwick from Halidon Hill
View of Berwick from Halidon Hill, the site of a Battle in 1333.
Battle sign board Explanation board of the Battle of Halidon Hill.
Battle sign board
Explanation board of the Battle of Halidon Hill.
Wood below Castlehills Farm
Wood below Castlehills Farm
New Water Wood on the River Tweed
New Water Wood on the River Tweed
Plenty of pots These substantial semi-detached house each have a row of nine tall chimney pots in the centre of the roof.
Plenty of pots
These substantial semi-detached house each have a row of nine tall chimney pots in the centre of the roof.
Camphill Farm
Camphill Farm
Traffic Island on the A1(T), Near Morrison's Superstore Off right is the A1167 into Berwick. In the distance is the North Sea.
Traffic Island on the A1(T), Near Morrison's Superstore
Off right is the A1167 into Berwick. In the distance is the North Sea.
View to Conundrum Farm Hidden just the other side of the farm is the A1, and beyond is the north sea.
View to Conundrum Farm
Hidden just the other side of the farm is the A1, and beyond is the north sea.
Loughend The A1 runs parallel to this single track road just over the hedge on the right. This road leads to Conundrum farm (which is just behind the building in the picture).
Loughend
The A1 runs parallel to this single track road just over the hedge on the right. This road leads to Conundrum farm (which is just behind the building in the picture).
The trig point at 163m on Halidon Hill Berwick-Upon-Tweed and the Royal Border Bridge can be seen in the background. The site of the Battle of Halidon Hill in 1333, when English forces led by Edward III defeated a Scottish army led by Sir Archibald Douglas.
The trig point at 163m on Halidon Hill
Berwick-Upon-Tweed and the Royal Border Bridge can be seen in the background. The site of the Battle of Halidon Hill in 1333, when English forces led by Edward III defeated a Scottish army led by Sir Archibald Douglas.
Agricultural land near High Letham
Agricultural land near High Letham
Land, sea and sky View from the train between Highfields/Needles Eye.
Land, sea and sky
View from the train between Highfields/Needles Eye.
Highfields golf course, Berwick-upon-Tweed. A view out to sea from the train, across the course.
Highfields golf course, Berwick-upon-Tweed.
A view out to sea from the train, across the course.
Needles Eye, near Berwick-upon-Tweed Impressive craggy stretch of coastline extending northwards from Berwick. At Needles Eye there is a natural arch. An excavation in 2005 identified a prehistoric enclosure from cropmarks seen on aerial photographs in the fields above the Needles Eye cliffs. The enclosure, bisected by the East Coast mainline railway, forms one of a number of possible prehistoric enclosures in the wider Berwick area. The excavation revealed significant evidence of Iron Age activity including one of the largest collections of Iron Age tradition pottery recovered to date from a site in Northumberland.
Needles Eye, near Berwick-upon-Tweed
Impressive craggy stretch of coastline extending northwards from Berwick. At Needles Eye there is a natural arch. An excavation in 2005 identified a prehistoric enclosure from cropmarks seen on aerial photographs in the fields above the Needles Eye cliffs. The enclosure, bisected by the East Coast mainline railway, forms one of a number of possible prehistoric enclosures in the wider Berwick area. The excavation revealed significant evidence of Iron Age activity including one of the largest collections of Iron Age tradition pottery recovered to date from a site in Northumberland.
Coastline at Needles Eye, North of Berwick Impressive craggy stretch of coastline extending northwards from Berwick. At Needles Eye there is a natural arch. An excavation in 2005 identified a prehistoric enclosure from cropmarks seen on aerial photographs in the fields above the Needles Eye cliffs. The enclosure, bisected by the East Coast mainline railway, forms one of a number of possible prehistoric enclosures in the wider Berwick area. The excavation revealed significant evidence of Iron Age activity including one of the largest collections of Iron Age tradition pottery recovered to date from a site in Northumberland.
Coastline at Needles Eye, North of Berwick
Impressive craggy stretch of coastline extending northwards from Berwick. At Needles Eye there is a natural arch. An excavation in 2005 identified a prehistoric enclosure from cropmarks seen on aerial photographs in the fields above the Needles Eye cliffs. The enclosure, bisected by the East Coast mainline railway, forms one of a number of possible prehistoric enclosures in the wider Berwick area. The excavation revealed significant evidence of Iron Age activity including one of the largest collections of Iron Age tradition pottery recovered to date from a site in Northumberland.
Marshall Meadows Country House Marshall Meadows Country House is a Georgian Mansion, now England's most northerly hotel and conference centre. It is a quarter of a mile from the Scottish Border and stands in fifteen acres of mature gardens and woodland.
Marshall Meadows Country House
Marshall Meadows Country House is a Georgian Mansion, now England's most northerly hotel and conference centre. It is a quarter of a mile from the Scottish Border and stands in fifteen acres of mature gardens and woodland.
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Berwick-upon-Tweed is located at Grid Ref: NT9754 (Lat: 55.788055, Lng: -2.034936)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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Located within 500m of 55.788055,-2.034936
Camphill
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 55.7861557/-2.039585
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Parking
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 55.7850666/-2.0325002
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Berwick-upon-Tweed television relay station
Height: 30
Man Made: tower
Tower Construction: lattice
Tower Type: communication
Wikidata: Q4895974
Wikipedia: en:Berwick-upon-Tweed television relay station
Lat/Long: 55.7858366/-2.0326652
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Battle of Halidon Hill 1333
Board Type: information
Direction: 180
Information: board
Tourism: information
Wikidata: Q1887057
Wikipedia: en:Battle of Halidon Hill
Lat/Long: 55.785145/-2.0323537
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