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Berwick-upon-Tweed Castle & Ramparts

Berwick Ramparts
Aerial view of Ramparts & town looking South West. (c) English Heritage Photo Library

The remains of a medieval castle crucial to Anglo-Scottish warfare, superseded by the most complete and breathtakingly impressive bastioned town defences in England, mainly Elizabethan but updated in the 17th and 18th centuries. Surrounding the whole historic town, their entire circuit can be walked.

Opening Times:

April 2009 to March 2010Opening TimesOpening Days
All year Any reasonable time Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.

How much does it cost?

Adult:
Free
Children:
Free
Concession:
Free
English Heritage Members:
Groups:
Free

How do I get there?

Address:
Northumberland - TD15 1DF
Road Access:
The castle is adjacent to Berwick-upon-Tweed railway station. The ramparts surround the town (accessed at various points)
Train Access:
Berwick-upon-Tweed, adjacent
Bus Access:
From surrounding areas

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Parking Suitable for people with disabilities Dogs allowed on leads Hazardous

Further Info

Please keep to the paths as there are steep hidden drops. Children should be closely supervised. Cycling is prohibited. It is dangerous to enter the monument after dark.
Disabled access (Ramparts). Parking (Ramparts).
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