Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to the Destination Tweed FAQ page! Below you’ll find answers to common questions about our project, our region, and the River Tweed Trail.
If you can’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to reach out — we’re always happy to hear from you!

Destination Tweed

There are multiple ways to get involved with us. We have seasonal opportunities to volunteer with our projects, namely Invasive Non-Native Species, Pollinators Along the Tweed, Reviving the Wild Heart, Uncovering the Tweed and Connecting Threads.

You can contact our project leads directly through the project pages on this website, check out our latest events or email us at info@destinationtweed.org.

The Destination Tweed project is based within the Tweed Catchment. Our projects primarily work in the Upper, Middle and Lower Tweed encompassing the river’s landscape, environment and communities. This includes towns and villages from Moffat to Berwick-upon-Tweed.

Catchment facts – Tweed Forum

If you have feedback for an individual project, you can submit this through the contact form on project pages, contact the project lead directly or you can email info@destinationtweed.org. We’d love to hear from you!

You can get in touch with us at info@destinationtweed.org. Our email inbox is monitored Monday to Friday so someone will be in touch with you as soon as possible.

The River

The River Tweed is located in Scotland and England, and for approximately 17 miles the border between the two countries follows the line of the river. The Tweed is about 97 miles in length and flows primarily through southern Scotland, starting in the Lowther Hills near Moffat, and eventually empties into the North Sea at Berwick-upon-Tweed, which is in Northumberland, England.

The Tweed and its network of tributaries are recognized for their ecological importance, designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and a Special Area of Conservation (SAC). These protections help preserve the river’s unique wildlife and stunning landscapes.

Internationally, the Tweed is renowned for salmon fishing, attracting anglers throughout the season. Its clean waters and thriving ecosystem provide an ideal habitat for a variety of fish species, making it one of the most celebrated fishing rivers in the world.

The River Tweed is also the historic boundary between England and Scotland and has a rich natural, built and cultural heritage.

River Tweed Trail

You can find a map of the proposed route on our River Tweed Trail project page here. A more detailed version of this map with cycle braids will be available soon.

The River Tweed Trail is due to launch in 2028 when dedicated signage, waymarking, rest points and a new interactive website will be complete.

Sections of the route may be finished before this date where works include upgrading surfacing, connecting paths and new bridges/ramps. You will find information about these finished upgrades on the River Tweed Trail page here.

Yes, there will be a new bespoke website for the River Tweed Trail which will help you plan your trip with an interactive map, itineraries, accommodation and travel information.

The River Tweed is primarily a walking and cycling route however, it is being designed to welcome everyone, including walkers, cyclists, horse riders, and those using wheelchairs or mobility aids where possible.

Under the Land Reform Act 2003, paths in Scotland are open to non-motorised vehicle and equestrian use, where suitable, provided people act responsibly and follow the guidance in the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.

While most of the trail is accessible to all, certain sections will be designated as pedestrian-only where the path cannot sustainably support shared non-vehicular use. Diversions will be signed where necessary. Much of the trail in England utilises designated footpaths and not bridleways therefore, bikes and horses will be restricted to the existing NCN1 route on the road.

 

The Trail is being designed with accessibility in mind. Design choices include new ramps, crossings and self-closing gates. Due to the nature of the terrain, some stretches of the trail will not be accessible to wheelchair users.

We will in due course publish detailed accessibility information on the route and facilities available to ensure that all users can plan an excellent trail experience.

Where possible, we are aiming to replace stairs with ramps, stiles with self-closing gates and avoid the use of multi-level boardwalk. We will clearly identify any barriers retained in our accessibility guide on the new website.

Keep an eye on our social media & website where we regularly post updates on the Trail development. You can also sign up for our River Tweed Trail newsletter for exclusive news on building work, Tweed Stories and business opportunities. Sign up here.

Yes! You can share your story via our story form here.

We are collecting stories for our online community archive. Your story might also be used to inform and inspire new films, digital assets and interpretation for the River Tweed Trail, promoting the attraction to visitors and connecting communities and attractions along the route.

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