Paxton House, Berwick upon Tweed, Scotland
Record Id: 2579
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Brief description of site
Paxton House is set on a ridge above the Tweed and the walled policies contain two streams flowing in wooded glens. The designed landscape comprises well-preserved mid-18th-century parkland, woodland gardens with some contemporary specimen trees, mixed deciduous woodland and informal mid-19th-century gardens around the house.
Brief history of site
Paxton House has been part of the Home of Wedderburn estate since the 15th century.
Location information:
Address: Paxton House, Berwick upon Tweed, TD15 1SZ
Locality: Berwick upon Tweed
Local Authorities:
Scottish Borders; Chirnside and District
Historical County: Berwickshire
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 67 | Grid Ref: | NT931519 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude: | 55.7604 | Longitude: | -2.111519 |
Directions:
Paxton House is signposted on the B6461 three miles from the A1 Berwick upon Tweed bypass.
The 'Paxton House Bus' runs daily from Berwick.
For details see:http://www.paxtonhouse.co.uk/planning-your-visit/how-to-find-us
Key information:
Form of site: country estate
Purpose of site: Ornamental
Context or principal building: house
Main period of development: Mid 18th century
Survival: Extant
Site Size (Hectares): 83
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