Berwick Barracks
English Heritage, The Barracks, Parade, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1DF
Built in the early 18th century to the design of the distinguished architect Nicholas Hawksmoor, the Barracks was among the first in England to be purpose built. It was first quartered in 1721 and remained in active use until 1963 when it ceased to be the depot for the King's Own Scottish Borderers. The Barracks houses the Regimental Museum of the King's Own Scottish Borderers (closed at the moment) as well as Berwick Museum and Art Gallery. The latter contains information on the history of Berwick as well as part of the Burrell collection - Sir William Burrell lived at Hutton Castle in Berwickshire and donated items to the town. There is also an exhibition 'By Beat of Drum' giving an insight into the life of a British Infantryman from the Civil War to the First World War.
This year, there will also be several events to highlight the Living Barracks Project - see separate entries
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 1000 - 1700
- Sunday 15 September:
- 1000 - 1700
Location & directions
English Heritage, The Barracks, Parade, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1DF
- Directions:
- The Barracks can be found at the end of the Parade.
- Contact on day:
- Julien Holt
- Telephone number:
- +441289304493
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Please note that the Barracks are only open free of charge on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th September for Heritage Open Days. There will be a charge on other days. Although the whole site is open 10- 5 (last admission time is 4.30 pm), Berwick Museum will only open 10 - 4 (last admission time 3.30). Check local publicity for further information nearer the time.
Additional information
See separate entries for Living Barracks inspired activities on site over the weekend. Use the Barracks as a starting point for either walking round the Walls and exploring the other sites on there or visit the nearby Parish Church and Berwick Visitor Centre which are open all weekend.
