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Berwick Magistrates Court

Berwick upon Tweed Magistrates Court, 40 Church Street, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1DX

  • 18 Sep 2026
  • | In person
  • | Pre-booking not required
  • | Site opening

Visit this Court where local Magistrates have reviewed cases for well over 100 years. Talk to some local magistrates about how the court works and see a small exhibition on Crime and Punishment in Berwick.

Berwick Record Office

Berwick Record Office

1st floor plan of proposed building ( Ref LB1/90)

The building was opened in 1901 as a Court and Police Station. It was designed by Robert Burns Dick, a Newcastle architect. The Magistrates heard cases relating to minor crimes committed in the area. Initially, it operated as a Petty Sessions Court and latterly as a Magistrates Court. The exhibition will highlight some of the crimes committed in Berwick in the past and how the town dealt with law and order. This is based on research carried out in Berwick Archives and on Findmypast. An excellent opportunity to see inside a building not normally accessible to the general public and find out how the justice system works today.

This event was supported by leading family history website, Findmypast, who provided access to their records as part of their sponsorship of ‘Everyday Histories’, the festival theme. Discover your ancestors' stories at findmypast.co.uk

Timings

Friday 18 September:
1000-1400

Location & directions

Berwick upon Tweed Magistrates Court, 40 Church Street, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1DX

Directions:
Access is via the side door near the entrance to the Police Station. Look out for the pink HODS bunting.
Contact on day:
Berwick HODS
Telephone number:
+447365800503

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

On the first floor but there is access. Please contact us in advance about this.

Additional information

Berwick's Old Gaol will be open on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September. See other entries for details.

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