Guidebook for Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland / Scottish Borders
Food Scene
Restaurants, pubs and cafes in the local area
Sarah and Craig the chef really care about the food they cook. The experience is fine dining, so if you want to treat yourself this is the place to go!
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Audela
64 Bridge StreetSarah and Craig the chef really care about the food they cook. The experience is fine dining, so if you want to treat yourself this is the place to go!
A great independent coffee shop. They grind all the coffee beans on site themselves. Lovely sofas upstairs to relax.
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Northern Edge Coffee
7 Silver StA great independent coffee shop. They grind all the coffee beans on site themselves. Lovely sofas upstairs to relax.
Run by the local brewery - They do great wood oven pizza's. Large outside area in the summer. Smores for roasting on the open firepit. Children can feed the Lamas!
Please always ring to check its open in the winter months.
Cheviot Brewery, Cheviot Tap and Cheviot Glamping
Run by the local brewery - They do great wood oven pizza's. Large outside area in the summer. Smores for roasting on the open firepit. Children can feed the Lamas!
Please always ring to check its open in the winter months.
This pub is the only thatched pub in Northumberland. You can stroll along the river from Tiptoe farm and have Sunday lunch here! The walk is roughly 3 miles and will take 1:30mins
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The Black Bull
This pub is the only thatched pub in Northumberland. You can stroll along the river from Tiptoe farm and have Sunday lunch here! The walk is roughly 3 miles and will take 1:30mins
Located only a few miles away, the Collingwood Arms Hotel is a great spot for dinner
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Collingwood Arms Hotel
Main StreetLocated only a few miles away, the Collingwood Arms Hotel is a great spot for dinner
Walk or drive to this charming tea room in Etal village. Coffee, afternoon tea and sandwiches are all on sale.
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The Lavender Tearooms
Walk or drive to this charming tea room in Etal village. Coffee, afternoon tea and sandwiches are all on sale.
Fantastic local seafood restaurant. Visit the vast beach, castle then book yourself in at The Potted Lobster for lunch. Remember to book as its very popular.
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The Potted Lobster
3 Lucker RdFantastic local seafood restaurant. Visit the vast beach, castle then book yourself in at The Potted Lobster for lunch. Remember to book as its very popular.
Recently reburnished. Lovely atmosphere and great decor - roaring fires in winter and fantastic large outside patio in summer.
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The Plough On The Hill
Recently reburnished. Lovely atmosphere and great decor - roaring fires in winter and fantastic large outside patio in summer.
The Mule on Rouge
17 Bridge StGreat spot for bagels, lovely local coffee, and selection of deli goods!
A great Butcher, they have also opened a new large Deli. A great place to visit if exploring the Alnwick area
Turnbull's of Alnwick
33-35 Market StA great Butcher, they have also opened a new large Deli. A great place to visit if exploring the Alnwick area
A friendly family run business, located in the heart of the Scottish Borders for over 40 years. Selling high quality local fresh produce and home made food and baking, plus Post Office and free internet access with free WIFI
Cornhill Village Shop & Post Office
Main StreetA friendly family run business, located in the heart of the Scottish Borders for over 40 years. Selling high quality local fresh produce and home made food and baking, plus Post Office and free internet access with free WIFI
Great cosy pub atmosphere, friendly staff. Great Sunday roasts and evening meals
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The Cross Inn Pub & KItchen
Great cosy pub atmosphere, friendly staff. Great Sunday roasts and evening meals
Beaches
Northumberland coastline is an AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty)
Spend a few days exploring the towns/villages/islands along the coast. A few of our favourite below
Spittal Beach
A vast beach which lies below Bamburgh Castle. great for dog walking and water sports - surfing and windsailing
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Bamburgh Beach
A vast beach which lies below Bamburgh Castle. great for dog walking and water sports - surfing and windsailing
This stunning, sand and rock, beach, backed by grassy dunes, lies on the North Sea coast, between Berwick and the Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve. Bottlenose dolphins have been spotting regularly from the beach.
The rural beach is within the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, an area popular with walkers. Both the Northumberland Coast Path and the National Cycle Route pass nearby.
In early summer, beautiful wild flowers can be seen along the paths behind the dunes.
This beach is a great spot to come for long, windswept walks, to admire the big, open sky and beautiful seascapes. On clear days it is often possible to see Holy Island and Bamburgh Castle to the south of the beach.
As well as walkers, and families who come to enjoy the sand and rockpools exposed at low tide, this beach is also used by birdwatchers, surfers and body boarders.
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Cocklawburn Beach
This stunning, sand and rock, beach, backed by grassy dunes, lies on the North Sea coast, between Berwick and the Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve. Bottlenose dolphins have been spotting regularly from the beach.
The rural beach is within the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, an area popular with walkers. Both the Northumberland Coast Path and the National Cycle Route pass nearby.
In early summer, beautiful wild flowers can be seen along the paths behind the dunes.
This beach is a great spot to come for long, windswept walks, to admire the big, open sky and beautiful seascapes. On clear days it is often possible to see Holy Island and Bamburgh Castle to the south of the beach.
As well as walkers, and families who come to enjoy the sand and rockpools exposed at low tide, this beach is also used by birdwatchers, surfers and body boarders.
Parks & Nature
Northumberland has amazing Nature and outside areas to explore
The Duchess of Northumberland has created this fantastic garden next to Alnwick Castle. The garden has points of interest for all the famil with a poison garden, a rose garden, a water garden. the fountains are amazing!
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The Alnwick Garden
Denwick LaneThe Duchess of Northumberland has created this fantastic garden next to Alnwick Castle. The garden has points of interest for all the famil with a poison garden, a rose garden, a water garden. the fountains are amazing!
Spend a few days exploring the Cheviot hills. You can see them from Tiptoe Farm. They are part of Northumberland National Park. Lots of trials for different abilities
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Cheviot Hills
Spend a few days exploring the Cheviot hills. You can see them from Tiptoe Farm. They are part of Northumberland National Park. Lots of trials for different abilities
Castles
In the centre of the beautiful Etal village, Etal Castle was built in the mid 14th century by Robert Manners as a defence against Scots raiders.
The fortified tower house stands in a strategic position by a ford over the River Till, fell to James IV's invading Scots army in 1513, immediately before their catastrophic defeat at nearby Flodden.
The 19th-century chapel displays an award-winning exhibition telling the dramatic story of Flodden, and the Anglo-Scottish border warfare that ended with the accession of James I in 1603.
Etal Castle
In the centre of the beautiful Etal village, Etal Castle was built in the mid 14th century by Robert Manners as a defence against Scots raiders.
The fortified tower house stands in a strategic position by a ford over the River Till, fell to James IV's invading Scots army in 1513, immediately before their catastrophic defeat at nearby Flodden.
The 19th-century chapel displays an award-winning exhibition telling the dramatic story of Flodden, and the Anglo-Scottish border warfare that ended with the accession of James I in 1603.
This remarkable and very private castle has been continuously owned by just one family line since the 1200's. A visit from Edward I in 1298 was followed by many other Royal visits right down through the centuries. See Chillingham's alarming dungeons as well as active restoration in the Great Halls and State Rooms which are gradually brought back to life with tapestries, arms and armour. Chillingham even has a very real torture chamber.
Named Britain’s most haunted historic castle, you can booked ghost tours. Chillingham also has the worlds only herd of wild cattle – separate tickets can be purchased to view them with a guide
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Chillingham Castle
This remarkable and very private castle has been continuously owned by just one family line since the 1200's. A visit from Edward I in 1298 was followed by many other Royal visits right down through the centuries. See Chillingham's alarming dungeons as well as active restoration in the Great Halls and State Rooms which are gradually brought back to life with tapestries, arms and armour. Chillingham even has a very real torture chamber.
Named Britain’s most haunted historic castle, you can booked ghost tours. Chillingham also has the worlds only herd of wild cattle – separate tickets can be purchased to view them with a guide
The ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle tower over the Northumberland coastline. It is an ideal family day out with a picnic area, fantastic views, and it is not far from the Scottish Borders.
The Castle was built on the most magnificent scale, and rivalled any castle of its day. The dramatic ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle stand on a remote headland, reached by a beautiful coastal walk from nearby Craster.
Visitors can explore the great gatehouse and the imposing Lilburn Tower, which commands stunning views north towards Bamburgh Castle. The magnificent sea views and unique location make this the perfect spot to escape from the stresses of modern life.
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National Trust - Dunstanburgh Castle
Dunstanburgh RoadThe ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle tower over the Northumberland coastline. It is an ideal family day out with a picnic area, fantastic views, and it is not far from the Scottish Borders.
The Castle was built on the most magnificent scale, and rivalled any castle of its day. The dramatic ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle stand on a remote headland, reached by a beautiful coastal walk from nearby Craster.
Visitors can explore the great gatehouse and the imposing Lilburn Tower, which commands stunning views north towards Bamburgh Castle. The magnificent sea views and unique location make this the perfect spot to escape from the stresses of modern life.
Dubbed the Windsor of the North, Alnwick Castle is the second largest inhabited castle in the country and has been home to the Duke of Northumberland’s family, the Percys, for over 700 years.
Combining magnificent medieval architecture with sumptuous Italianate State Rooms, Alnwick Castle is one of the UK’s most significant heritage destinations and best days out in Northumberland.
The Castle’s rich history is brimming with drama, intrigue and extraordinary people; from a gunpowder plotter and visionary collectors, to decadent hosts and medieval England’s most celebrated knight: Harry Hotspur.
In recent years it has also taken starring roles in a number of film and television productions, featuring as the magnificent Brancaster Castle in Downton Abbey and previously appearing as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the Harry Potter films.
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Alnwick Castle
Dubbed the Windsor of the North, Alnwick Castle is the second largest inhabited castle in the country and has been home to the Duke of Northumberland’s family, the Percys, for over 700 years.
Combining magnificent medieval architecture with sumptuous Italianate State Rooms, Alnwick Castle is one of the UK’s most significant heritage destinations and best days out in Northumberland.
The Castle’s rich history is brimming with drama, intrigue and extraordinary people; from a gunpowder plotter and visionary collectors, to decadent hosts and medieval England’s most celebrated knight: Harry Hotspur.
In recent years it has also taken starring roles in a number of film and television productions, featuring as the magnificent Brancaster Castle in Downton Abbey and previously appearing as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the Harry Potter films.
Sightseeing
Duddo stones is 2 miles from Tiptoe farm.
The stones are the remains of a Neolithic/Bronze-Age monument. A small stone circle over 4,000 years old, ‘The Duddo Stones’, also known by other names including, ‘The Singing Stones’ and ‘The Women’. They are currently under the ownership of English Heritage and are located on private land.
Views of the Cheviot hills are in the distance, we highly recommend this walk while staying at Tiptoe
Duddo 5 Stones
Duddo stones is 2 miles from Tiptoe farm.
The stones are the remains of a Neolithic/Bronze-Age monument. A small stone circle over 4,000 years old, ‘The Duddo Stones’, also known by other names including, ‘The Singing Stones’ and ‘The Women’. They are currently under the ownership of English Heritage and are located on private land.
Views of the Cheviot hills are in the distance, we highly recommend this walk while staying at Tiptoe
Visit Norham and walk the Turner Trial. Turners View: A Heritage trail around Norham Village
JMW Turner (1775-1851) visited Norham three times to sketch & paint. From these early works he went onto produce some of his finest paintings. This gentle walk takes you from Norham riverbank (1) along the village green (2) and up to the castle (3)
Norham
Visit Norham and walk the Turner Trial. Turners View: A Heritage trail around Norham Village
JMW Turner (1775-1851) visited Norham three times to sketch & paint. From these early works he went onto produce some of his finest paintings. This gentle walk takes you from Norham riverbank (1) along the village green (2) and up to the castle (3)
Berwick-upon-Tweed is a town of contrasts, where a history of conflict has given way to an ethos of collaboration.
A big part of what makes Berwick-upon-Tweed unique is that it can’t be pinned down to having any one identity, any single main feature or even just one way of saying things. Berwick-upon-Tweed is a beautiful and exciting border-land melting pot and that’s what gives it such impressive depth of character.
Follow the famous Lowry Trial around the Town and Elizabethan walls.
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Berwick-upon-Tweed
Berwick-upon-Tweed is a town of contrasts, where a history of conflict has given way to an ethos of collaboration.
A big part of what makes Berwick-upon-Tweed unique is that it can’t be pinned down to having any one identity, any single main feature or even just one way of saying things. Berwick-upon-Tweed is a beautiful and exciting border-land melting pot and that’s what gives it such impressive depth of character.
Follow the famous Lowry Trial around the Town and Elizabethan walls.
Unique Experiences
Chillingham offers an outstanding day out in one of the most beautiful parts of Northumberland. You will never forget your visit to the wild white cattle. These cattle are more rare than the Panda and this is the world only wild herd. These unique beasts fight for the chance to mate. Bulls can – and do – kill each other. The guided tours take you close, but not too close, to these extraordinary animals. Please note this is a walking tour. The ground can be uneven and muddy in parts. We recommend suitable footwear. Flip-flops and sandals are not advisable.
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Chillingham Wild Cattle Association
Chillingham offers an outstanding day out in one of the most beautiful parts of Northumberland. You will never forget your visit to the wild white cattle. These cattle are more rare than the Panda and this is the world only wild herd. These unique beasts fight for the chance to mate. Bulls can – and do – kill each other. The guided tours take you close, but not too close, to these extraordinary animals. Please note this is a walking tour. The ground can be uneven and muddy in parts. We recommend suitable footwear. Flip-flops and sandals are not advisable.
Discover a world of adventure onboard the special Ingram Valley Farm Safari Traxter off-road vehicles and travel back through time on this epic journey. Your immersion into the past 12,000 years starts here where the glaciers of the last ice age melted away to reveal a beautiful tundra landscape with deer and wild cattle. In recent times red deer have been re-introduced to the farm and the cattle once again graze the hilltops. Immerse yourself into 6,000 years of farming history as we take you chapter by chapter through myth, legend and the history of England’s largest scheduled ancient monument at Ingram Valley Farm.
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Ingram Valley GB
Discover a world of adventure onboard the special Ingram Valley Farm Safari Traxter off-road vehicles and travel back through time on this epic journey. Your immersion into the past 12,000 years starts here where the glaciers of the last ice age melted away to reveal a beautiful tundra landscape with deer and wild cattle. In recent times red deer have been re-introduced to the farm and the cattle once again graze the hilltops. Immerse yourself into 6,000 years of farming history as we take you chapter by chapter through myth, legend and the history of England’s largest scheduled ancient monument at Ingram Valley Farm.
Inspired by the Pottery Throwdown? Looking to discover your new passion or escape from phones and screens and modern life? Want to make your own mug or a unique present for a loved one, or are you after a family activity where everyone can create, build and bond - AND take home more than memories?
Ravn Clay was created in 2020 to help people "Play with Clay". A Kickstarter campaign funded a kiln, and now we have a rustic, well-equipped studio in the heart of beautiful Northumbria. Housed in the old timber loft at Heatherslaw on the Ford & Etal Estate, the studio is an inspirational space where you can work with stoneware clays and discover for for yourself the benefits of an ancient, tactile and ultimately uplifting craft practice.
Ravn Clay
Inspired by the Pottery Throwdown? Looking to discover your new passion or escape from phones and screens and modern life? Want to make your own mug or a unique present for a loved one, or are you after a family activity where everyone can create, build and bond - AND take home more than memories?
Ravn Clay was created in 2020 to help people "Play with Clay". A Kickstarter campaign funded a kiln, and now we have a rustic, well-equipped studio in the heart of beautiful Northumbria. Housed in the old timber loft at Heatherslaw on the Ford & Etal Estate, the studio is an inspirational space where you can work with stoneware clays and discover for for yourself the benefits of an ancient, tactile and ultimately uplifting craft practice.
Routin Linn located in north Northumberland, England boasts of stunning attractions – a secluded, cascading waterfall and an exotic, prehistoric rock art display. Adventurers can find the waterfall by walking down the track leading to Roughting Linn Farm. The Roughting Linn Waterfall is situated 3 km from Kimmerston near Wooler, right at the heart of Northumberland, England. The lovely waterfall is nestled in a hidden and secluded valley location.
Travelers who get to discover this part of England can capture the beauty of this stunning waterfall with a tranquil ambiance bringing a mystic air in this part of Northumberland. Upon entering this sanctuary, adventurers can feel as though fairies and other mystic creatures welcome them in what can be described as a secret heaven.
Routin Linn Waterfall
Routin Linn located in north Northumberland, England boasts of stunning attractions – a secluded, cascading waterfall and an exotic, prehistoric rock art display. Adventurers can find the waterfall by walking down the track leading to Roughting Linn Farm. The Roughting Linn Waterfall is situated 3 km from Kimmerston near Wooler, right at the heart of Northumberland, England. The lovely waterfall is nestled in a hidden and secluded valley location.
Travelers who get to discover this part of England can capture the beauty of this stunning waterfall with a tranquil ambiance bringing a mystic air in this part of Northumberland. Upon entering this sanctuary, adventurers can feel as though fairies and other mystic creatures welcome them in what can be described as a secret heaven.
BREAD MAKING WORKSHOPS
A half day, bread-making workshop.
I will come to your holiday cottage kitchen for the workshop, which is suitable for beginners or more seasoned bakers alike, with all the ingredients and equipment you will need. Feel free to choose which yeasted bread you would like to make alongside a soda bread loaf. The yeasted breads freeze well if required.
The session will be a chance to chat about making bread, nutrition and physical and mental wellbeing as well as learning how to make delicious bread.
The price of £80 includes a copy of Bread Therapy and all the ingredients for the bakes.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries or to discuss your requirements. Workshops are available on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays and occasionally on other days.
Tiptoe Farms
BREAD MAKING WORKSHOPS
A half day, bread-making workshop.
I will come to your holiday cottage kitchen for the workshop, which is suitable for beginners or more seasoned bakers alike, with all the ingredients and equipment you will need. Feel free to choose which yeasted bread you would like to make alongside a soda bread loaf. The yeasted breads freeze well if required.
The session will be a chance to chat about making bread, nutrition and physical and mental wellbeing as well as learning how to make delicious bread.
The price of £80 includes a copy of Bread Therapy and all the ingredients for the bakes.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries or to discuss your requirements. Workshops are available on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays and occasionally on other days.
Spend a few hours browsing antiques at The Old Dairy and The Old Forge both at Ford village only a few miles away.
The Old Dairy also has a champagne bar and cafe!
The Old Dairy
Spend a few hours browsing antiques at The Old Dairy and The Old Forge both at Ford village only a few miles away.
The Old Dairy also has a champagne bar and cafe!