Old Coastguard Station
The Old Coastguard Station, Magdalene Fields, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1NE
The tower is now run and looked after by Berwick Coastwatch, an independent organisation run entirely by volunteers to keep visual watch over all coastal areas around the bays and beaches of Berwick-upon-Tweed. They also keep a listening watch on the VHF marine distress channel 16 and liaise directly with the Humber Coastguard Operations Centre. Members of the public can talk to the volunteers about the work they do and see the local wildlife.
Timings & Tours
- Friday 13 September:
- 1000 - 1600
- Saturday 14 September:
- 1000 - 1600
- Sunday 15 September:
- 0900 - 1200
Location & directions
The Old Coastguard Station, Magdalene Fields, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1NE
- Directions:
- Look out for the directional signs from the Stanks and the Barracks. The building will have HODS bunting on it.
- Contact on day:
- Berwick HODS Team
- Telephone number:
- +447365800503
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Access to the tower is along a short clifftop path. This year it's possible to go up to the upper floor of the tower in groups of two. However, note it is accessed by a steep ladder.
Additional information
If you want a sneak preview of the venue, have a look at our Berwick Heritage Open Days film on our website - www.berwickhods.org.uk
