Behind the Scenes Construction Tours of Berwick Barracks

This is a rare opportunity to see the renovation and conservation work being carried out to maintain this important part of Berwick's built heritage for future generations. Tours will last approximately 30 minutes. Hard hats and hi-vis vest will be available, but participants must wear stout footwear. Suitable for age 12 and over. 

Berwick Barracks is a Grade 1 listed building and is one of the first purpose built structures of this kind to be built in England. They were opened in 1721, much to the delight of the local townspeople who had to accommodate the soldiers prior to this. T

The Living Barracks Project is a partnership between English Heritage, The Maltings (Berwick) Trust, Kings Own Scottish Borderers, Northumberland County Council and BBHT. It is breathing new life into Berwick’s historic Barracks, restoring their place at the heart of the town’s cultural and community life. Ahead of the site’s full reopening in 2028, an inspiring programme of art, heritage and community projects is already unfolding - created with and for the people of Berwick, thanks to the generous support of The National Lottery Heritage Fund and the UK Government’s Cultural Development Fund. Together, we’re rediscovering what the Barracks have been, will be and could become.

Timings

Friday 11 September:

1600

Tuesday 15 September:

1600

Wednesday 16 September:

1600

Location & directions

The Barracks, Parade, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1DF

Directions:

The Barracks is the big building near the Parade Car Park . Meet in the Barracks Square. The gates will be open

Contact on day:

Berwick HODS

Telephone number:

+447365800503

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Please book in advance via Eventbrite. If you have difficulty doing this, contact [email protected] or phone Berwick Record Office on 01289 301865 and we can book your place for you.

Booking contact name:

Berwick HODS

Booking website:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/berwick-heritage-open-days-34043664105

Booking opens:

21 Aug 2026 09:00 AM

Booking closes:

16 Sep 2026 03:00 AM

Additional information

It is essential to wear sturdy footwear for this tour. Only suitable for children 12+. . There are other events happening on the site during the HODS period - see separate entries.

Max number of people:

12

Estimated duration:

0 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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