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Here's your chance to see inside a building in Berwick hidden up an alleyway. You may not have known it was there. Come and find out more about its history both past and present. Be blown away by a building not normally open to the public.

Join local Archivist, Linda Bankier as she leads you on this walk to discover the stories of the families that lived and worked in the cottages and smokehouses of the Greenses - a unique area of Berwick outside the Tudor Walls.

Hands on heritage crafts. Free have a go activities. Nature connections through creative woodcrafts and herbalism. Explore the garden and studio. Find out about workshops and retreats. Fun and engaging demonstrations and activities.

Where did the building stone come from in the past to construct some of Berwick's buildings? Join Alison Tymon and Ann Kellie to find out more, exploring rocks and fossils and looking at the medieval walls.

Discover Berwick through L. S. Lowry’s eyes in this guided history walk exploring Lowry’s relationship with the sea. Find out how the north east coast shaped his iconic seascapes and how Berwick locals continue to preserve his creative legacy today.

Come and walk in L.S. Lowry’s footsteps on this guided history walk exploring Lowry’s connection to Berwick. Walk the streets that inspired his artwork and discover Lowry’s love for Berwick as one of his favourite holiday destinations.

Take a walk in the footsteps of some of Berwick’s Victorian policemen and hear about some of the crimes they dealt with. Join Cameron Robertson on this walk following and exploring the stories of some of Berwick’s earliest policemen.

Did you know that Tweedmouth had a Mayor in the 19th century ? Come along to this fascinating talk by local historian, Phil Rowett to find out more about the Mayor, Tweedmouth Feast the Salmon Queen and much more.

Visit an old Toll House and find out about its history. Why does it have two bay windows, was it always sited there and what was it collecting tolls for? This is your chance to visit Heritage Open Days most northerly event.

Come to this talk and find out more about the exciting Benchmark at Grinham's Wood Project - it's work so far on the banks of the River Tweed; celebrating the arts through the Kingfisher Award and future plans related to heritage.

This exhibition documents the salmon fishers of Berwick-upon-Tweed during spring and summer 2026. The photographs offer a glimpse into a community whose work is defined by patience, skill, and an enduring connection to the River Tweed.

The ‘Benchmark Festival of Arts’ inaugural/preview exhibition celebrates and promotes the attributes of Berwick-upon-Tweed and the Lower Tweed through the eyes of local Artists, Photographers and Sculptors.

Visit this listed building with interesting features and a churchyard with some notable burials. Find out about its medieval connections, watch a film,browse through transcripts of the 18th and 19th-century parish registers and much more.

Step back in time in this historic building and find out about Berwick in the past through our permanent and summer exhibitions. This year's main exhibition relates to Berwick's connection with the Armed Forces in the last 150 years.

How well do you know Berwick, Tweedmouth and Spittal? Test your knowledge with our online quizzes. There's plenty to try!

This film explores one of the best known antiquarian views of Berwick which was published in 1745 by the Yorkshire brothers Nathaniel and Samuel Buck.

Join Archaeologist, Lindsay Allason-Jones to find out more about a rare Second World War Wilmott's Fortress Air Raid Shelter which played a part in the Secret Army's defence of Britain. Who built it and why was it there?

Originally part of the defences commenced by Edward I after he stormed Berwick in 1296, this section of wall was probably not built until the early 14th century.

Berwick's imposing Elizabethan Walls are an iconic feature of the town and unique in this country. Why and how were they built and by whom? This virtual walk will help answer some of these questions and many more.

Back by popular demand, join local historian, Jim Herbert on this virtual tour of Berwick Castle, pointing out the tantalising clues which help piece together it's history. Discover its medieval history, a forgotten Jacobean Palace and much more!

'I must admit the new wall is marvellous beautiful', was an opinion voiced to Queen Elizabeth about the bastioned fortifications in 1568..... before condemning them as badly designed and a waste of money!

Join local historian, Dr Catherine Kent, in this online walk through Tweedmouth’s historic core, discovering how local and national events from pre-Roman to Elizabethan times have defined and shaped the streets of this community.

For too long, the history of Tweedmouth has been neglected. This tour, led by local historian, Jim Herbert sheds light on many aspects of an old part of Tweedmouth, from medieval parliaments to social life and its forgotten industries.

Join local Archivist, Linda Bankier as she leads you on this short online walk to discover the stories of the families that lived and worked in the cottages and smokehouses of the Greenses. See buildings not featured in the in-person walk.

Berwick Lighthouse celebrates its 200th anniversary this year. Find out a bit about its history and enjoy a short film shot inside the building at the end of Berwick Pier.

Berwick is full of fascinating buildings and landmarks. Who was Dr Maclagan and why does he have a memorial, who created Berwick Cockles? See in one place the information we have collected. You'll be amazed at what you can find out.

Explore the everyday crime of Berwick-upon-Tweed through 9 individuals from the 1880s. From illegal fishing to gun use and the consequences of missing school, crime was everywhere. Read on and consider how much has changed over the last 140 years. 

Berwick's Tudor Ramparts were built to defend the town but over the past 200 years, they have been used for leisure. Join Berwick Archives staff on a virtual walk highlighting what can be seen from both inside and out the Walls.

At one stage in the 19th century, Berwick was a place full of Public Houses and Churches. Find out about some of the pubs which no longer exist but were very much a part of life in Berwick at the time.