From Ditch to Bastion Guided Walk
Lords Mount, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1LY
In this, one of the most northerly Heritage Open Days events, local historian, Jim Herbert, takes you on a journey amongst the northern medieval defences of Berwick that actually saw some action in the Anglo-Scottish wars and bear witness to the changes in technology from the earliest ditch defence to the 16th-century bastions. The tour takes in Spades Mire, Bell Tower and Lord's Mount.
Timings & Tours
- Friday 13 September:
- Tours 1200 & 1600
Location & directions
Lords Mount, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1LY
- Directions:
- Meet near the entrance to Berwick Holiday Camp at the end of Northumberland Avenue. Look out for the meeting point board.
- Contact on day:
- Jim Herbert
- Telephone number:
- +447595465284
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Please book in advance via Eventbrite. If you have difficulty doing this, contact [email protected] or phone Berwick Record Office on 01289 301865 and we can book your place for you.
- Booking contact name:
- Berwick HODS
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/berwick-heritage-open-days-34043664105
- Booking opens:
- 19 Aug 2024 09:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 13 Sep 2024 03:00 PM
Accessibility details
A few steps. Some uneven ground. Please wear sensible footwear. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
Additional information
If you can't join us on the walk, enjoy our online version from the comfort of your own home - https://berwickhods.org.uk/ditch-to-bastion .
- Max no of people per tour:
- 24
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)
