Autumn & Winter
at Briar Cottage
Enjoy seasonal events in the
Scottish Borders and Northumberland
There’s something rather special about the coast and countryside around Paxton in the cooler months. Think crisp morning walks, windswept beaches, cosy pub lunches, then back to the cottage to light the log burner, soak in the tub, and settle in for the evening.
The area is quieter too, making autumn and winter the perfect time to explore at a slower pace. Wrap up warm and discover beautiful coastal walks, historic houses, charming towns and some great places to eat - then come back to your own cosy cottage. 🍂
📍Berwick-Upon-Tweed
📍Berwick-Upon-Tweed
📍Paxton
Days Out & Events
Berwick Literary Festival
5th - 11th October
Locations around Berwick
An annual festival with both well-known and emerging authors and performers.
Berwick Whisky Festival
31st October
Berwick-Upon-Tweed Town Hall
Over 150 drams from more than 30 brands, including Deanston, Tobermory, Ledaig, Ad Gefrin, Macallan, and Highland Park, plus on-site bottle purchasing.
Halloween at Paxton House
From 5th of October
Paxton House, Paxton
A variety of seasonal events from Potion Brewing to a Spooky Halloween Trail.
Scarycrow Trail
From 26th of October to 1st of November
Ford & Etal Estates
Free to enter but donations welcome for Cash for Kids. Follow the map and complete your score sheet. Will you be a winner?
📍Ford & Etal Estates
📍Bamburgh Castle
📍Alnwick
📍Paxton
📍Ford & Etal Estates
A Christmas Carousel
14th November - 3rd of January
Bamburgh Castle
Enjoy the castle in all its festive glory full of Christmas installations.
The Winter Lights
20th November - 3rd of January
The Alnwick Garden
The beautiful light and sound installations are back. Advance ticket purchase recommended. No dogs for this event.
Christmas at Paxton House
1st - 20th December
Paxton House, Paxton
From wreath making and carol singing to meeting Santa and the Christmas Cracker Shopping Extravaganza!
Ford & Etal Christmas Market
28th & 29th November
Ford & Etal Estates
Over 70 stalls selling delicious food and drinks, pottery, gifts and crafts. Festive entertainment. Dogs welcome on leash.