What’s On Today 16/09/2020

What’s On Today 16/09/2020

It’s hump day but to help you get over the mid-week mountain we have plenty for you to read, watch and guess. Here is what you can expect from Heritage Open Days today.

The Battle of Halidon Hill

Tonight at 7pm Jim Herbert will be giving an online live talk about the Battle of Halidon Hill. Join him to learn about the Great Siege of Berwick and the Scottish Wars of Independence. To book please email info@berwickhods.org.uk

Berwick Through Time

THE CASTLE HOTEL - Updated 2020 Prices, Reviews, and Photos (Berwick-upon-Tweed)  - Tripadvisor

Today’s addition to Berwick Through Time is a video about the Castle Hotel. Narrated by Jim Herbert, this short explores the history of the building. Don’s forget that all previous episodes are also available so why not check out Wilmott’s Fortress or the Maclagan Memorial while you’re there. (click here to visit Berwick Through Time)

Videos

Have you watched any of our online videos? Don’t miss out! Today I am recommending a film by Linda Bankier about the Greenses. This fascinating video examines the lives of Greenses residents as well as the buildings they lived in. Visiting the former Workhouse and the Pilot Inn Linda Bankier leads you on an enjoyable walk around an often forgotten area of the town. (Click here to view online videos)

Quiz

While you are visiting our website why not have a go at our Secret Berwick Quiz. With three levels to choose from you can try the questions as a family or against your friends. (Click here to try quiz)

Walks

If you fancy a stroll today why not follow one of our trails? There are several to choose from so why not put on your walking shoes and discover Berwick. (Click here to view trails)

About the author 

Siobhan Bankier

Masters student in Public History at Queens University Belfast. Grew up in Northumberland and have always been fascinated by the history of the area.
Berwick Heritage Open Days social media curator.

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