10 Things to do in North Berwick That You Shouldn't Miss

November 5, 2021 Misti Hsu

North Berwick (/nɔːrθ ˈbɛrɪk/; Scottish Gaelic: Bearaig a Tuath) is a seaside town and former royal burgh in East Lothian, Scotland. It is situated on the south shore of the Firth of Forth, approximately 25 miles (40 km) north-east of Edinburgh. North Berwick became a fashionable holiday resort in the nineteenth century because of its two sandy bays, the East (or Milsey) Bay and the West Bay, and continues to attract holidaymakers. Golf courses at the ends of each bay are open to visitors.
Restaurants in North Berwick

1. Coastal Communities Museum

School Road, North Berwick EH39 4JU Scotland +44 1620 894313 [email protected] http://www.coastalmuseum.org
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Coastal Communities Museum

The Coastal Communities Museum opened in 2013. Each year the museum features a new exhibition, which generally starts-off at Easter and runs throughout the calendar year until the end of November, although check out the opening days as this varies according to the month. The museum has much to offer both adults and children. Mums and dads may be interested in some local history or gaining knowledge, while kids maybe looking forward to a fun visit, with things to do. The museum is managed and run by a team of volunteers, who rely on donations from the visiting public along with other grants to help sustain its development. Once your tour of the exhibition is complete why not purchase a Trail Leaflet and see where it takes you!

2. Bass Rock

North Berwick Scotland +44 1620 890202 http://seabird.org/index.php
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Bass Rock

Reviewed By V9314JIrichardc

Hope this is the correct boat. Booked Braveheart with Dougie to take us to the Bass Rock. Superb experience. Dougie took us within 6 ft of the rock. As well as being a superb skipper, he is immensely knowledgeable about the history of the rock and it's variety of bird life. A great trip.

3. NB Distillery

Halflandbarns, North Berwick EH39 5PW Scotland +44 1620 894744 [email protected] http://www.nbdistillery.com
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NB Distillery

A real distillery that produces multi award winning NB Gin, vodka and rum offering a luxury visitor experience and The Cellar Door shop that has great cellar door prices on all products!

Reviewed By brianmX8418JA - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

The NB Distillery tour and gin tasting was a great 75 minutes. We were met by very friendly and knowledgeable guides. They told us the interesting story of the creation and the short history of the distillery , which included a tour of the production facility. We then enjoyed a tasting session of their excellent products (three gins, a vodka and one of their three rums), before buying some "souvenirs" and departing with broad smiles on our faces!

4. Scottish Seabird Centre

The Harbour, North Berwick EH39 4SS Scotland +44 1620 890202 [email protected] http://www.seabird.org
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Scottish Seabird Centre

Enjoy great days out at the seaside with the five-star Scottish Seabird Centre, an education and conservation charity based in the beautiful coastal town of North Berwick. With incredible views of the Bass Rock, the world’s largest Northern gannet colony and the Isle of May the biggest puffin colony on the east coast of Britain, there is different wildlife to see throughout the year and at different stages of the breeding season. The all new Discovery Experience tells the story of Scotlands incredible marine wildlife and habitats through exhibits, games, and interactive live cameras on the Bass Rock and surrounding local islands. The Seabird Cafe, has amazing coastal views and one of East Lothian’s only seaside sundeck, and the Seabird giftshop is full of sustainable gifts and books. Please visit our website for details of our new health and safety and booking procedures in light of COVID19.

Reviewed By martinG1017TL - Brighton, United Kingdom

We enjoyed a rib boat trip with Robin skippering and the very friendly and informative Aislinn. We saw many seabirds as expected but also saw several pods of dolphins and seals. The guide was very good with local information and facts as well as pointing out all the wildlife. A great tour with plenty to see.

5. National Museum of Flight

East Fortune Airfield, North Berwick EH39 5LF Scotland +44 300 123 6789 [email protected] http://www.nms.ac.uk/flight/
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National Museum of Flight

Discover a world-class collection of aircraft and hear the fascinating stories of the people who built and flew them at one of Scotland’s top attractions. Please book a timed entry ticket online at nms.ac.uk/flight in advance of your visit. Learn about the history of aviation from the First World War to the present day and immerse yourself in supersonic experiences and our historic hangers and airfield. Get on board Scotland’s Concorde to discover what transatlantic flight was like for its passengers and crew and learn more about its supersonic legacy. Then round off your day with a visit to our shop and cafe, or bring your own picnic to enjoy in our outdoor picnic area. We’re Good to Go: A range of new safety measures have been put in place, including enhanced cleaning, hand sanitising stations and pre-booking.

Reviewed By helenc422

A fantastic place to visit. We thoroughly enjoyed the visit, Concorde is spectacular but there are lots of other things to see with friendly knowledgeable staff and interesting videos to watch in the main areas. Our boys loved the assault course,we had lovely cakes and scones in the cafe and the whole place felt very clean and safe under COVID rules. Definitely a place to visit!

6. Tantallon Castle

North Berwick EH39 5PN Scotland +44 1620 892727 [email protected] http://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/tantallon-castle/
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Tantallon Castle

Tantallon Castle is now open and we are delighted to welcome you back. Booking in advance is essential. Find out more and book at restarthistory.scot. Set on the edge of the cliffs, looking out to the Bass Rock, this formidable castle was a stronghold of the Douglas family. Ascend Tantallon’s towers for spectacular views of the Bass Rock and to watch gannets plunge into the North Sea. Then descend into the depths of a particularly grim pit prison. The castle was home to the powerful Red Douglas dynasty, which often clashed with the Crown. It was besieged by both James IV and James V but was ultimately destroyed by Oliver Cromwell’s troops in a siege of 1651. Many artefacts are displayed to help tell its dramatic stories.

Reviewed By 220NickS - Oxford, United Kingdom

A hefty walk along the beach from North Berwick (watch the tides and check your path or stay on the road) or a bus ride from the town, this was not to be missed. Views out onto crashing waves and masses of seabirds out by the Bass Rock: this was an awesome spot! The red castle walls are foreboding, majestic and even with some restrictions for the pandemic there was access to the battlements. Staff on hand were helpful and friendly- more than making up for having to book beforehand (a minor irritation), information boards were, well, informative, and on the whole a really enjoyable afternoon. I’m not a huge fan of cafes at such sites- but Tantallon, if you’re thinking about it, even a stall in the car park would be welcome...

7. Seacliff Beach

North Berwick EH39 5PP Scotland
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Seacliff Beach

Reviewed By HannahOBTraveller - Accrington, United Kingdom

I really fell in love with this beach, my partner, dog and I would walk along here late mornings and the views were beautiful of Bass Rock and furter along, Tantallon Castle.

8. Dirleton Castle

Dirleton Road, Dirleton, North Berwick EH39 5ER Scotland +44 1620 850330 [email protected] http://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/dirleton-castle/
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Dirleton Castle

Dirleton Castle is now open and we are delighted to welcome you back. Booking in advance is essential. Find out more and book at restarthistory.scot. A romantic castle often in the forefront of Scottish history since it was built in the 12th century. The renowned gardens include an Arts and Crafts herbaceous border and Victorian garden. The herbaceous border has been authenticated by the Guinness Book of Records as the world's longest.

Reviewed By kenf426 - Gateshead, United Kingdom

I joined Historic Scotland last month and have been looking on their website of places to visit, I chose Dirleton Castle due to reviews on here and decide to give it a visit, on arrival there is one small car park and toilets near to the castle entrance, the castle does not have a café and you have to use toilets near the car park, Once in the castle via a long stair way or via a ramp you notice the place is small compared to other castles but it has loads of rooms you can go into and have a good look around, you can also climb up near to the top, there is lots of info boards around to let you know what the castle originally looked like. The gardens are kept lovely loads of flowers all in bloom with nice walk ways around them and some people sitting around having picnics.. On our visit there was a guide who had on display armour with loads of weapons including all types of swords, he was very good telling us all about the evolution of them and how sayings we use today came about relating to some of the weapons.. Overall an excellent place to visit if you've never been put it on your "list" of places to visit. I will be back myself soon.

9. The Lodge Grounds

East Road, North Berwick EH39 4HN Scotland http://north-berwick.co.uk/index.php/project/the-lodge-grounds/
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The Lodge Grounds

Reviewed By Bibcay - Gateshead, United Kingdom

This is a brilliant peaceful grounds the park is great I love the wildlife. When you are up the park you get a great view of north berwick.

10. North Berwick Harbour

28 Victoria Road, North Berwick EH39 4JL Scotland +44 1620 893333 [email protected] http://www.nbharbour.org.uk/
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North Berwick Harbour

Reviewed By alecoeur01 - Savoie, France

Brought to North Berwick by a 30 minute train from Edinburgh you can’t miss North Berwick . You walk off on Abbey Road That gets you right to the tiny so Scottish city centre! So lovely tearooms and special treat shops ! Along the seaside you ´ll discover this amazing shore and in front of you: Bass Rock and the Sea wild Centre. a Celt Cross and a stone to remember the war tribute of Scots welcome you! You can get a nice brew over there amid waves and dream of a better world full with respect and silence! A nice breathe after our crazy so fully urban Edinburgh! Not to miss the genuine fish and chips for patrons and locals only facing the beach! A warm breeze ! Cheers!

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