Ann’s Guidebook
Sightseeing
Incredible views of the coastline at this RSPB Reserve. A walk up to the lighthouse is a must.
14 locals recommend
St Abb's Head Nature Reserve
Incredible views of the coastline at this RSPB Reserve. A walk up to the lighthouse is a must.
Rock pools, beach cafe, surf shop and lovely cliff top walks to St. Abb's Head. Beautiful!
28 locals recommend
Coldingham Bay
Rock pools, beach cafe, surf shop and lovely cliff top walks to St. Abb's Head. Beautiful!
The Hirsel Arts & Crafts Centre
Excellent walks, and refreshments at the Arts and Crafts Centre.
Jim Clark Motorsport Museum
44 Newtown StOne of the finest Palladian houses in Britain situated beside the River Tweed. Guided tours and access to the gardens and grounds all day long. Stables Tearoom, gift shop, and Picture Gallery.
34 locals recommend
Paxton House
One of the finest Palladian houses in Britain situated beside the River Tweed. Guided tours and access to the gardens and grounds all day long. Stables Tearoom, gift shop, and Picture Gallery.
Explore the Elizabethan town walls at Berwick, the easy circular walk of just over a mile with views of the River Tweed, the Royal Tweed bridge and the impressive Royal Border Bridge. Highlights include a number of Bastions (forts) and the Bell Tower which was built in 1577.
Berwick Castle
ParadeExplore the Elizabethan town walls at Berwick, the easy circular walk of just over a mile with views of the River Tweed, the Royal Tweed bridge and the impressive Royal Border Bridge. Highlights include a number of Bastions (forts) and the Bell Tower which was built in 1577.
Edinburgh Castle is one of the most exciting historic sites in Western Europe. Set in the heart of Scotland's dynamic capital city. The scenery will take your breath away! Book tickets online in advance to guarantee entry.
1961 locals recommend
Edinburgh Castle
CastlehillEdinburgh Castle is one of the most exciting historic sites in Western Europe. Set in the heart of Scotland's dynamic capital city. The scenery will take your breath away! Book tickets online in advance to guarantee entry.
Explore the close associations with some of Scotland's most well known historic figures such as Mary, Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie. Shop and Cafe.
462 locals recommend
Palace of Holyroodhouse
CanongateExplore the close associations with some of Scotland's most well known historic figures such as Mary, Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie. Shop and Cafe.
Edinburgh Zoo
134 Corstorphine RdGreat day out with the kids. Book in advance online.
Over 100 interactive, hands-on exhibits, something fun to entertain all ages. Rooftop Terrace - great for city scape photos and just a stone's throw from Edinburgh Castle and historic Royal Mile.
437 locals recommend
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
549 CastlehillOver 100 interactive, hands-on exhibits, something fun to entertain all ages. Rooftop Terrace - great for city scape photos and just a stone's throw from Edinburgh Castle and historic Royal Mile.
A family friendly attraction, child friendly guided tours of the Castle, playground in the Walled Garden, a cycle path and woodland or riverside walks, Terrace Cafe in the Gardens and Courtyard Cafe at the castle. Open daily from 1st May to 30th September, though the Walled gardens, cafe and Shed Gift shop open all year round.
57 locals recommend
Floors Castle & Gardens
Roxburgh StreetA family friendly attraction, child friendly guided tours of the Castle, playground in the Walled Garden, a cycle path and woodland or riverside walks, Terrace Cafe in the Gardens and Courtyard Cafe at the castle. Open daily from 1st May to 30th September, though the Walled gardens, cafe and Shed Gift shop open all year round.
3000 years of incredible history, exhilarating views, a great day out for all the family. Gift shop, Clock Tower Cafe and takeaway.
Bamburgh Castle
3000 years of incredible history, exhilarating views, a great day out for all the family. Gift shop, Clock Tower Cafe and takeaway.
So much to do here - check out the website. A great family day out.
281 locals recommend
Alnwick Castle
So much to do here - check out the website. A great family day out.
Visit the extraordinary home of 19th century novelist Sir Walter Scott, discounted advance tickets available online only. Gardens, woodland and riverside walks.
Visitor Centre with cafe, exhibition and gift shop, which is free to access and open all year round.
54 locals recommend
Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott
Visit the extraordinary home of 19th century novelist Sir Walter Scott, discounted advance tickets available online only. Gardens, woodland and riverside walks.
Visitor Centre with cafe, exhibition and gift shop, which is free to access and open all year round.
Food scene
Our local community run Inn at Auchencrow, a 12 minute drive away. Excellent craft beers and good home cooking. Beer garden. Best to book in advance of your holiday. CLOSED Mondays.
The Craw Inn
Our local community run Inn at Auchencrow, a 12 minute drive away. Excellent craft beers and good home cooking. Beer garden. Best to book in advance of your holiday. CLOSED Mondays.
Charming coaching inn 10 miles away, well worth a visit. Excellent food, dining pods in the beer garden, very popular. Pizza Shack in beer garden, no booking essential. Please book in advance for restaurant/bar meals. Tel: 01890 818260
14 locals recommend
The Allanton Inn
Main StreetCharming coaching inn 10 miles away, well worth a visit. Excellent food, dining pods in the beer garden, very popular. Pizza Shack in beer garden, no booking essential. Please book in advance for restaurant/bar meals. Tel: 01890 818260
An award winning Style Bar and Bistro situated on the harbour front of Eyemouth. Tel: 018907 52527
13 locals recommend
Oblo
20 Harbour RdAn award winning Style Bar and Bistro situated on the harbour front of Eyemouth. Tel: 018907 52527
Excellent homemade cakes, fresh seafood and really good vegan menu too! Worth a visit!
7 locals recommend
Rialto Cafe
33 High StExcellent homemade cakes, fresh seafood and really good vegan menu too! Worth a visit!
Jim Clark Cafe Bistro
17 Market SquareVery popular with the locals.
Giacopazzi's
20 Harbour RdFamous for fish and chips, excellent choice of home made ice creams.
A traditional country pub with real ales, locally sourced food and a warm welcome. Appealing decor and pleasant atmosphere, we highly recommend this Inn. Paxton Village is 16 miles away, close to Berwick upon Tweed so worth a visit after a day out in Northumberland on your return to the cottage!
10 locals recommend
The Cross Inn Pub & KItchen
A traditional country pub with real ales, locally sourced food and a warm welcome. Appealing decor and pleasant atmosphere, we highly recommend this Inn. Paxton Village is 16 miles away, close to Berwick upon Tweed so worth a visit after a day out in Northumberland on your return to the cottage!
Coffee house/cafe. Locally roasted coffee, light lunches, beer and wine, ice cream! On Bridge street in Berwick upon Tweed.
The Mule on Rouge
17 Bridge StCoffee house/cafe. Locally roasted coffee, light lunches, beer and wine, ice cream! On Bridge street in Berwick upon Tweed.
A family run coffee roasters and coffee house situated in Silver Street, Berwick upon Tweed. Quality coffee, delicious food and a rustic atmosphere. Settle down on a sofa, bar stool or soak up the sun at one of the picnic tables, Also large upstairs area.
9 locals recommend
Northern Edge Coffee
7 Silver StA family run coffee roasters and coffee house situated in Silver Street, Berwick upon Tweed. Quality coffee, delicious food and a rustic atmosphere. Settle down on a sofa, bar stool or soak up the sun at one of the picnic tables, Also large upstairs area.
Italian restaurant on Hide Hill, Berwick upon Tweed, warm and friendly atmosphere, reasonable prices.
12 locals recommend
Limoncello Restaurant
Hide HillItalian restaurant on Hide Hill, Berwick upon Tweed, warm and friendly atmosphere, reasonable prices.
A family run cafe, providing a great brunch menu, excellent cakes and coffee. Child friendly, an ideal place to stop off after the Swan Leisure Centre or Scremeston Beach.
Marshalls Cafe
A family run cafe, providing a great brunch menu, excellent cakes and coffee. Child friendly, an ideal place to stop off after the Swan Leisure Centre or Scremeston Beach.
Handy place for dinner after visiting the coast, 9 miles away, 14 mins by car.
11 locals recommend
The New Inn
1 Bridge StHandy place for dinner after visiting the coast, 9 miles away, 14 mins by car.
Fresh local food and seafood, guest ales and more. Pre booking essential in high season. Very popular!
The Ship Restaurant & Bar
Fresh local food and seafood, guest ales and more. Pre booking essential in high season. Very popular!
Water sports
Excellent surf school & shop at the top of Coldingham Bay - advisable to pre book before holiday to avoid disappointment. Beach Cafe run by the same family.
7 locals recommend
St Vedas Surf Shop & School
Excellent surf school & shop at the top of Coldingham Bay - advisable to pre book before holiday to avoid disappointment. Beach Cafe run by the same family.
St Abbs Diving With Pathfinder
I've heard this is the best way to see the stunning Berwickshire coastline!
7 locals recommend
Rib Rides St Abbs
I've heard this is the best way to see the stunning Berwickshire coastline!
Brand new in 2022, The Swan Centre is south side of Berwick upon Tweed. New Gym, Fitness Classes, three pools including a studio pool, lane swimming and splash area for children. Their tranquility spa is a great place to relax.
Cafe and three storey soft play included.
The Swan Centre
Northumberland RoadBrand new in 2022, The Swan Centre is south side of Berwick upon Tweed. New Gym, Fitness Classes, three pools including a studio pool, lane swimming and splash area for children. Their tranquility spa is a great place to relax.
Cafe and three storey soft play included.
Great place for older kids with a lovely cafe and decking area over looking the water.
54 locals recommend
Foxlake Adventures CIC
Great place for older kids with a lovely cafe and decking area over looking the water.
Golf club
Eyemouth Golf Club
Overlooking the North Sea, restaurant with sea views!
Duns Golf Club
Hardens RdSmall 9 hole course with club house.
The Hirsel Golf Club
Dunbar Golf Club
Great for kids
Restaurant, Beer Garden, shop, Art Studio for kids (pre booking essential) playground, pedal karts, a 5 min drive to the beach.
7 mins drive south from Berwick upon Tweed.
8 locals recommend
Pot a Doodle Do
ScremerstonRestaurant, Beer Garden, shop, Art Studio for kids (pre booking essential) playground, pedal karts, a 5 min drive to the beach.
7 mins drive south from Berwick upon Tweed.
Family-friendly park with animal enclosures, train rides, go-karts, bouncy castle and trampolines. Cafe.
57 locals recommend
East Links Family Park
Family-friendly park with animal enclosures, train rides, go-karts, bouncy castle and trampolines. Cafe.
A great day out for the family in North Berwick. Check website for more details.
58 locals recommend
Scottish Seabird Centre
Harbour TerraceA great day out for the family in North Berwick. Check website for more details.
Garden Centre
Dunbar Garden Centre
Spott RoadEat, shop and garden!
Conveniently situated on the A1 by-pass of Berwick upon Tweed, popular restaurant and local farm shop. Free parking.
Berwick Garden Centre
Conveniently situated on the A1 by-pass of Berwick upon Tweed, popular restaurant and local farm shop. Free parking.
Garden Centre in East Linton. Check website for more info and directions. Beautiful Victorian Tearoom serving light lunches, delicious scones, baking and soups. Greenhouse Gallery. Worth a visit if you're a keen gardener!
14 locals recommend
Smeaton Nursery Garden & Tearooms
Preston RoadGarden Centre in East Linton. Check website for more info and directions. Beautiful Victorian Tearoom serving light lunches, delicious scones, baking and soups. Greenhouse Gallery. Worth a visit if you're a keen gardener!