Berwick Barracks army museum and Main Guard, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland
Details
Accessibility
Accessible disability toilet.
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/berwick-upon-tweed-barracks-and-main-guard/access/
Brief description
"The barracks at Berwick-upon-Tweed, also known as Ravensdowne Barracks, are the largest and finest barracks built in England in the early 18th century.
The British government had them built between 1717 and 1721, as part of a programme of barrack-building in the north of England and in Scotland, following the fighting there during the Jacobite rising of 1715. The barracks were designed for a full regiment of infantry, whose initial purpose was to deter and stop any further uprisings in the North." https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/berwick-upon-tweed-barracks-and-main-guard/history/
Address
Berwick-upon-Tweed Barracks and Main Guard
Parade
Berwick-upon-Tweed
TD15 1DF
Phone
01289 304493
Website
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/berwick-upon-tweed-barracks-and-main-guard/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berwick_Barracks
Directions
"On the Parade, off Church Street in town centre. SAT NAV Postcode : TD15 1DF, Latitude : 55.770995 Longtitude : -2.001111
Unfortunately there is no on site parking. However, there is a large Pay & Display car park at the end of Church Street and Walkergate, across the road from the Barracks. There is space for coaches/minibuses to drop off, although no designated space nearby for parking.
COACH PARKING:
There is no coach parking available on site. There is a car park about 100 yards from the site which is chargeable and coaches can drop off on Church Street which is next to the car park."
Opening Times
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
Transport
"TRAIN ACCESS: Berwick-upon-Tweed 1⁄4 mile"
Amenities
"FOOD AND DRINK:
Vending machine selling tea, coffee and hot chocolate, as well as a selection of cold drinks and ice creams. A number of cafes, pubs and restaurants can also be found in the centre of Berwick-upon-Tweed, which is within walking distance of the site.
PICNIC AREA
You are welcome to bring a picnic to eat in the grounds. There are many benches set around the square in the centre of the Barracks, where you can sit and eat a picnic.
SHOP
The shop sells a wide range of English Heritage souvenirs and gifts, including books, toys, games, military memorabilia, food, cold drinks and ice creams. The shop is located at the entrance to the Barracks. It can be accessed from both within and outside the site (payment is not required to access the shop). There are two small steps at the entrance of the shop.
TOILETS: Male, female and disabled toilets, including baby changing facilities.
DOGS: Dogs are welcome on leads both outside and inside the museums.
MUSEUM
The site consists of three permanent museums: The King's Own Scottish Borderers' Regimental Museum; 'By Beat of Drum' Museum charting the history of infantrymen in the British Army, and The Berwick Museum & Art Gallery, which provides a history of the town and region. All museums are on multiple floors, with access provided by staircases - we regret that there is no designated disabled access to the upper floors. There are handrails on the stairs leading to the upper floors of the museums.
EXHIBITION
The site boasts a range of temporary and permanent exhibitions to explore, including 'By Beat of Drum', which gives you an insight into the life of the British infantryman, and 'The Story of a Border Garrison Town'. The Gymnasium Gallery also holds a variety of art exhibitions for short periods throughout the year.
GARDENS
Although there are no gardens or grounds in particular at the Barracks, the Ramparts (owned by English Heritage) surrounding the town of Berwick provide a pleasant walk and offer views across the town and coastline.
FAMILY FRIENDLY:
BABY CHANGING FACILITIES
Male, female and disabled toilets, including baby changing facilities.
PUSH CHAIRS ALLOWED
Push chairs are allowed on site, although the nature of the museum layouts make access difficult. Visitors are more than welcome to leave pushchairs in the shop.
TOY / DRESSING UP BOX
There are some boxes of children's activities in the Berwick Museum & Art Gallery.
EDUCATION:
FAMILY LEARNING
There are no specific family-orientated activities, but the museums are accessible to children and are all enjoyed by families.
INTERPRETATION FOR CHILDREN
Many of the interpretation panels in all three museums are child-friendly, although the Berwick Museum and Art Gallery includes some exhibits on the history of the region which are specifically aimed at children."
Travel Information
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Location
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