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Join us in this tour of a former Spade Works to find out more about its present history as a book printers and binders and see parts which have not been accessible before.

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.

A look behind the scenes at the work of our conservation staff and volunteers who are cleaning, packing and preparing items from the town’s social history object collections for the new museum displays. Just pop in and see what is happening.

Join members of Berwick Camera Club on this walk round part of Berwick looking at the present town and its history from the photographer's perspective. What would you want to photograph and how ? Learn some tips along the way

Drop in and see this exhibition curated by the KOSB Regimental Museum. Using its museum artefacts and archives, it considers the intertwining relationships of Berwick Barracks, the KOSB Regiment, and the town of Berwick over time

Join members of Berwick Slow Food on this short walk exploring Berwick’s centuries of fishing heritage and some of the buildings and people that have shaped it through the centuries to the present day.

Be inspired by this captivating film which brings to life the work of landscape architecture students who were invited to imagine park proposals for Berwick’s Old Town Walls, connecting the Living Barracks with its living landscapes and communities.

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.

Here's your chance to see behind the scenes and find out more about Berwick Rangers Football Club, the only English Team to play in the Scottish leagues. They memorably defeated Glasgow Rangers in 1967 in the Scottish Cup.

A free evening of live storytelling in Berwick, where rich personal reflections on the River Tweed meet colourful border folklore from the 1830s. Sit back and listen to lively Tweed tales. Stay and maybe share one of your own.

Find out about Berwick's history in its Visitor Centre sited in a former Methodist Church. As well as its usual displays on Berwick, see a special exhibition of images - Faces from the Photocentre Collection.

Drop in to the workshop of a craftsman who designs and makes bespoke stained glass panels and windows to see how this work is done. Find out a bit about the history of the building which was a former slaughterhouse but has now been repurposed.

Spittal was a place of contrasts in the past - a spa and beach resort but also highly industrial with chemical works and a bacon factory. Join this walk to find out more about these elements of Spittal's past and see what evidence remains.

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.