Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland
★★★
The lengthy stretch of coast path between Berwick-upon-Tweed (England) and Eyemouth (Scotland) has plenty to see, on either side of the border. Impressive sea cliffs, stacks and caves, sandy beaches, and the opportunity to view plenty of interesting wildlife depending on season, ranging from seabirds and seals to English tourists. The settlements at the start and finish are fascinating places too, with the scattered fishing village of Burnmouth adding further interest midway. The East Coast main line is a constant companion on the middle stretch, but the thunder of occasional trains is more of an interruption than an irritation. This is a linear route: walk from south to north to ensure any sunshine is on your back rather than in your face, and check bus times online in advance.
Chronological photo guide
Berwick-upon-Tweed 
Old Bridge 
Bridges old & new 
Following the town ramparts 
Sandstell Point from Berwick pier 
Fisherman’s Haven 
Coastline north of Fisherman’s Haven 
Cliffs, caves & sea stacks north of Fisherman’s Haven 
Nesting seabirds 
East Coast mainline 
Approaching the caravan park at Marshall Meadows 
Entering Scotland 
Coast path & railway 
Coast path & railway 
Remote coastline 
Farmland section near Lamberton Holdings 
Burnmouth 
Lower Burnmouth from above 
Cliffs north of Burnmouth 
Approaching Eyemouth 
View south over Blaikie Heugh 
Eyemouth harbour 
Gunsgreen House 
Eyemouth
Location
O.S. Grid Reference: NT 997530
GPS coordinates: 55.770008,-2.005909
Finish on High Street (B6355), Eyemouth village centre
Berwick-upon-Tweed (walk start) |
Berwick-upon-Tweed (walk start) / Eyemouth (walk finish)
Car park (walk finish) – take the regular bus to the start
Key info
20 km / 12 mi | ▲ 320 m |
5-6 hr |
Linear route
Features:
Berwick-upon-Tweed ★★★ & town sights;
Fisherman’s Haven ★★;
⬤ Moderate | Mostly clear paths, sometimes rough, narrow or close to cliff edges.
Northbound linear walk: start & Berwick-upon-Tweed – Berwick pier via town ramparts – Fisherman’s Haven – Marshall Meadows Bay – Cowdrait – Burnmouth & harbour – Burnmouth Hill – Eyemouth harbour (northeast end) – Eyemouth & village sights
On our last visit
Wildlife: Variety of birds on the water and starting to nest on the cliffs in small numbers: seagulls, kittiwakes, fulmars, shags, razorbills, rock doves, oystercatchers, waders, swans, eiders & other ducks. Roe deer above Burnmouth, goats in field, sheep & lambs. Seal in Eyemouth harbour.
Weather: Mostly sunny with some cloud banks. 5°C at start with a chilly easterly wind; warming up by a few degrees.
April 2019
