Other Festivals & Events throughout the year within Berwick-upon-Tweed
The town of Berwick-upon-Tweed and its immediate communities (Tweedmouth, Spittal, Eyemouth etc.) host many local festivals and events throughout the year. Below is a month-by-month list of the nearest key annual events, with links to official websites where available:
March
Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival – An international festival of new cinema and artists’ moving image, usually held in March . Official site
May
Riding of the Bounds – Historic horseback procession around Berwick’s boundaries, celebrating centuries-old tradition.
June
Spittal Gala – A community gala day in Spittal (typically in June) featuring family activities on the village green and a parade. (Community-organised event; see local notices or Facebook for details)
July
Tweedmouth Salmon Queen & Tweedmouth Feast – A traditional local festival in mid-July. Highlights include the crowning of the Salmon Queen (a tradition dating to the early 20th century) in Tweedmouth and a carnival parade through Tweedmouth, Spittal, and Berwick . (See Berwick Town Council or local news for details)
Eyemouth Herring Queen Festival – Week-long seaside festival celebrating Eyemouth’s fishing heritage, including the arrival of the Herring Queen by boat and a parade.
August
Spittal Seaside Festival – A classic seaside festival on Spittal Beach (usually the 2nd weekend of August) with live entertainment, fairground rides, stalls, and family fun . (Organised by Spittal Improvement Trust – updates via Facebook)
Berwick Food & Beer Festival – A popular weekend festival in late August celebrating local food producers and craft brewers, held on Berwick’s Parade ground . Includes food stalls, beer tents, live music, and children’s activities.
Berwick Lifeboat Fete – Fundraising event with lifeboat demonstrations, family games, and stalls.
Eyemouth Lifeboat Gala Day – Harbour-side festival supporting the RNLI with entertainment and family activities.
Lindisfarne Festival – Music and arts festival near Holy Island featuring live performances and workshops.
September
Berwick Heritage Open Days – Part of England’s Heritage Open Days, this festival in early/mid-September opens up dozens of historic buildings and sites around Berwick for free tours and events .
October
Berwick Literary Festival – A literary celebration in October featuring author talks, workshops, and performances at venues across Berwick. (Typically held mid-October; organised by a local charity).
December
Berwick Christmas Market – Holiday market with artisan stalls, festive food, and seasonal entertainment.
