The partners driving the Berwick’s Future initiative want to engage as many local people as possible in the process.
This web site is one way of making your views known. To do so click here.
If you would like to see the comments that residents and organisations have made on the strategy, projects and issues to date and the Berwick's Future Steering Group responses, please click here.
In addition, a second edition of the Berwick’s Future newsletter has been distributed.
There will also be a series of presentations and exhibitions in and around the town. A timetable provides details of dates, times and venues.
This is what people are saying about the Berwick’s Future initiative. -
“Northumberland is somewhere for which I have a particular affection and Berwick is truly the jewel in the county’s crown. It has such a special spirit and distinctive character. Berwick’s architectural and cultural heritage deserves to be cherished and placed at the centre of its plans for the future.” Bill Bryson
“The council and its partners are seeking to work together to deliver positive change and I hope local people will engage in the process through the consultation process.” Alan Beith MP.
"I am delighted to see that steps are being taken to ensure people of all ages can easily access the education and training which will enable them to reach their full potential. There should be exciting times ahead." Steve Quinlan, head of Berwick High School.
“Creating a long term vision for the town is absolutely key to establishing a framework for regeneration. While protecting the town’s significant character, positively encouraging the re-use and regeneration of poorly used buildings and spaces will be to Berwick’s benefit.” Calum Duncan, Malcolm Fraser Architects.
"Not for 40 years has the area had the kind of ready made quality business space that is available now. This has to be good news for new, expanding and incoming businesses." Chris Hardie, Berwick and Berwickshire Business Forum.
“Berwick-upon-Tweed is a unique and beautiful town of great character. I’m very proud to have been born and brought up here. We are grateful for the support of all partners within Berwick’s Future who are helping to make this possible. However, the most vital link in the chain is you – Berwick’s residents and business people. Without your passion for the town, your commitment, enthusiasm and support, it will take much longer for us to drive these projects forward.” Isabel Hunter, Leader of Berwick upon Tweed Borough Council
Latest News
- 17/07/2009
New from English Heritage Publishing - Berwick-upon-Tweed - Three places, two nations, one town. By Adam Menuge and Catherine Dewar - 20/12/2008
The £4.7m Dewar’s Lane Granary project in Berwick has been given the go ahead, thanks to a funding boost from the Northumberland Strategic Partnership (NSP). - 17/09/2008
Investment plans explored for Berwick Dock - 18/08/2008
Experts that have worked on traffic management plans for cities such as Edinburgh, Oxford and Durham have begun a study in Berwick. - 08/08/2008
Traffic, parking, education and the town’s heritage are the issues which have drawn most community and business comment on the Berwick’s Future regeneration plan.
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