Name: Berwick-upon-Tweed Barracks and Main Guard
Rating: 5.0

Berwick-upon-Tweed Barracks and Main Guard

Main Guard Museum, Berwick-upon-Tweed, UK

1-99 Years

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Berwick-upon-Tweed Barracks and Main Guard, English Heritage is working with partners including the King’s Own Scottish Borderers, The Maltings Trust and Northumberland County Council on a project to transform Berwick Barracks into a thriving cultural hub.

The British government had them built between 1717 and 1721, as part of a programme of barrack-building in the north of England and in Scotland, following the fighting there during the Jacobite rising of 1715. The barracks were designed for a full regiment of infantry, whose initial purpose was to deter and stop any further uprisings in the North.

If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

English Heritage is working with partners including the King’s Own Scottish Borderers, The Maltings Trust and Northumberland County Council on a project to transform Berwick Barracks into a thriving cultural hub.
The Barracks and the King’s Own Scottish Borderers Museum are closed during the project. We expect to reopen them in 2027 with modern, purpose-built gallery and exhibition spaces.
Gardens: Although there are no gardens or grounds in particular at the Barracks, the Ramparts (owned by English Heritage) surrounding the town of Berwick provide a pleasant walk and offer views across the town and coastline.
Exhibition: The site boasts a range of temporary and permanent exhibitions to explore, including 'By Beat of Drum', which gives you an insight into the life of the British infantryman, and 'The Story of a Border Garrison Town'. The Gymnasium Gallery also holds a variety of art exhibitions for short periods throughout the year.
Museum: The site consists of three permanent museums: The King's Own Scottish Borderers' Regimental Museum; 'By Beat of Drum' Museum charting the history of infantrymen in the British Army, and The Berwick Museum & Art Gallery, which provides a history of the town and region.

Facilities

Parking: Unfortunately there is no on site parking. However, there is a large Pay & Display car park at the end of Church Street and Walkergate, across the road from the Barracks. There is space for coaches/minibuses to drop off, although no designated space nearby for parking.
Food And Drink: Vending machine selling tea, coffee and hot chocolate, as well as a selection of cold drinks and ice creams.
Toilets: Male, female and disabled toilets, including baby changing facilities.
Dogs: Dogs are welcome on leads both outside and inside the museums.

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Price: Paid

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https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/berwick-upon-tweed-barracks-and-main-guard/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

The Berwick Barracks are currently closed, but the Main Guard Museum on Palace Street is open.

Address: Main Guard Museum, Berwick-upon-Tweed, UK

Post Code: TD15 1DF

Council: Northumberland

County: Northumberland

Road Access: On the Parade, off Church St in town centre.
Bus Access: Click here for relevant bus services to Berwick-upon-Tweed. Recieve 20% off your admission ticket when you travel on a Travelsure, Arriva or Glen Valley bus service to Berwick. Simply show your ticket on arrival at the barracks and purchase your ticket.
Train Access: Berwick-upon-Tweed 1⁄4 mile.
Bicycle Access: Find your cycling route to Berwick Upon Tweed Barracks at sustrans.org.uk, the National Cycle Network.
Parking: Unfortunately there is no on site parking. However, there is a large Pay & Display car park at the end of Church Street and Walkergate, across the road from the Barracks. There is space for coaches/minibuses to drop off, although no designated space nearby for parking.