Berwick Beach (Northumberland)

  • Information

    Berwick beach is a sandy beach to the north of the Tweed estuary pier.

    We have no current information on dog restrictions for Berwick Beach.

    Why not check other beaches nearby as we have no beaches around Berwick-upon-Tweed, 24 beaches in Northumberland, or check our list of Northumberland Dog Friendly Beaches.

  • Beach Water Quality
    Water samples are taken at regular intervals during the bathing season and at the end of the season the water quality is classified as:
    • Excellent: the highest classification meaning the water is cleanest
    • Good: generally good water quality
    • Sufficient: meets minimum standards
    • Poor: You are advised not to swim. The beach will stay open and an action plan should be in place to improve the water quality.
  • Tides
  • 7 Day Weather Forecast

    Our weather forecast for Berwick-upon-Tweed in Northumberland is split into two widgets. The first shows a timeline containing temperature, wind, sunrise/sunset and chance of rain, whilst the second shows the forecast for the week ahead including severe weather alerts when available.



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Berwick upon Tweed,
Berwick-upon-Tweed,
Northumberland,
United Kingdom

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