Tweed Stories
Tweed Stories is an online archive of stories submitted by communities who live, work and travel along the river and collected as part of the Destination Tweed project.
It celebrates the nature and history of this iconic river, from source to sea, with new stories uploaded every week!
Discover our Tweed Stories below.
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The Tweed Estuary at Berwick-upon-Tweed is of national importance for mute swans ...
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James Valentine, working for his family company, took some of the earliest ...
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The River Tweed is renowned for its world-class salmon fishing but, how ...
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According to the medieval tale, ‘The Life of Merlin of the Forest’, ...
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Over 45 bridges cross the River Tweed, connecting communities across the river ...
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Lyne Fort was constructed during the late Antonine period and, though it ...
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The Tweed has inspired centuries of poets, writers and artists and still ...
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The Peel (or pele) tower is an iconic piece of architecture on ...
Have you been inspired by our story archive?
The River Tweed has inspired generations, and now we’d love to hear your story. Whether you live nearby, have visited, or simply feel a connection to the river, your memories and reflections matter. Submit your story below and help us showcase the River Tweed, its people, places and history, from source to sea.