Ward in Scottish Borders, Scotland
| Coordinates: | 55.84, -2.226 |
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| OS grid ref: | NT 85 60 |
| Dialling code: | 01890 (Ayton) |
East Berwickshire sits on the southeastern edge of the Scottish Borders in Scotland, a mix of rugged coastline and rolling agricultural land that meets the border with Northumberland. The ward includes classic fishing ports and villages such as Eyemouth, Coldingham and the dramatic sea cliffs around St Abb's Head, with the Berwickshire Coastal Path drawing walkers and birdwatchers to some striking geology and important seabird colonies.
Economically and culturally it still bears a strong maritime and farming heritage - Eyemouth retains a visible fishing industry and a long memory of the 1881 disaster - while tourism, conservation and small-scale local businesses sustain many communities. Proximity to Berwick-upon-Tweed and cross‑border links shape commuting and services, and a lively civic life centred on village halls, festivals and community projects keeps the area socially engaged despite its relatively small, dispersed population.
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