Our next overnight stop was in England’s most northernmost town, Berwick-upon-Tweed. The town and its area was central to the border war between Scotland and England for centuries, finally changing hands for the final time in 1482 to the English. Berwick is best known for its numerous historic bridges over the River Tweed, the defensive ramparts surrounding the heart of the city, and the 18^th and 19^th century guard houses and barracks available for touring. 

Our bed-and-breakfast for the night was located in a lovely townhouse on the Quay Walls overlooking the river and bridges. This quiet, unassuming guesthouse was our favorite of the trip, and our hosts were delightful and very knowledgeable about the surrounding area. They provided us with a map of Berwick and pointed us in the direction of the trail that follows the town walls. Following the ramparts provided us with many excellent photographs and spectacular views of the village and countryside. Berwick-upon-Tweed was a hidden gem, often overlooked by the tourist books, and we greatly enjoyed our stay.