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We're
working with local historians to bring you the stories, the legends and
the history of Berwick-Upon-Tweed. .
Key localities
Medieval walls, 18th century architecture, a 17th century bridge -- not
to mention
Robert The Bruce and William Wallace! Let local historian Derek Sharman
be your guide......
A Brief History Of Berwick
LDerek Sharman gives an overview of the events that have shaped the
town
Anglo-Scottish Wars -- The Timeline
Between 1296 and 1482, Berwick was besieged and assaulted on more occasions
than any other town in the world other than Jerusalem, changing hands
no less than 13 times!
The Berwick-Upon-Tweed Preservation
Trust
Since
its foundation in 1971 The Trust has completed a significant number of
major restoration projects. See before-and-after images and explore the
neighbourhoods......
The Arts in Berwick -- A Short
Cultural History
Chris Green, Curator of the Borough Museum, reviews two millenia of Architecture,
Film, Legends, Literature, Music, Natural History, Religion, Theatre,
Engraving, Painting, Photography, Posters and Sculpture.
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