Berwick sits at the mouth of the Tweed, a river that is famous for salmon fishing.

The Elizabethan town walls, which are in an excellent state of preservation, are one of the most impressive features and a walk around them (about 2 miles in total) is the best way to enjoy the town.

From the walls you can see the fine Georgian and Regency buildings, coastal views and eventually walk down through a wooded area to the river with its bridges and famous swans.

Although the A1 trunk road now bypasses Berwick, the town still bustles with life, especially during the twice-weekly market.

Berwick is on the main East Coast rail line and enjoys a regular train service. Just south of the station, the train crosses the 28 semi-circular arches of the Royal Border Bridge (below), giving a spectacular view of the town and coastline.