We are Ian and Ruth and we have two children Brodie and Jasmine. We moved to Berwick-Upon-Tweed during Christmas of 2018 to take over Whyteside House Bed and Breakfast. Previously we were another couple in the busy South of England, doing well in our respective jobs but often feeling that we were missing out on a lot of our other interests. After a little debate we decided to open a bed and breakfast. We looked at a few in Scotland, Ruth grew up in Edinburgh, but during a day trip to Berwick-Upon-Tweed were totally charmed with the town and what it had to offer. It is a fantastic location, suitable for our various watersports, outdoor adventure and running interests. Now we would like to welcome others into a piece of our world and to share the fantastic area that we now live in.

The Cowrie Guest House (formally Whyteside House Bed and Breakfast) offers a warm welcome and comfortable accommodation with fantastic access to the heart of Berwick-Upon-Tweed. Each of our four rooms is en-suite with freeview tv, wi-fi, hospitality tray, white fluffy towels and quality toiletries from The Scottish Fine Soap Company. We also have a tasty breakfast menu and buffet selection for you to choose from. Situated on the main road into Berwick, The Cowrie has free parking outside for those arriving by car and the train station is less than five minutes walk away. It offers good access for those walking or cycling the Northumberland coastal path and has several great surfing spots.

Berwick town has a host of interesting independent shops, cafes and restaurants including The Maltings Theatre, that can be integrated into a walk around the historic fortified town walls. Other fabulous short walks include following the Lowry trail around the town, wandering to our local sandy beaches or along the river, the historical dividing line between England and Scotland. The Cowrie also has fantastic access to landmarks further a field including Paxton House, The Holy Island of Lindisfarne, Chain Bridge Honey Farm as well as at least six spectacular castles including Alnwick and Bamburgh.