Around Town
Leuchie Lighthouse Trail
Discover 15, giant 8ft lighthouses across North Berwick in the spectacular Leuchie Lighthouse Trail!
Meet Leuchie, the national respite charity behind the event, alongside the artists
and sponsors supporting each sculpture. Together, we’re raising funds for people living with neurological conditions and their family carers. leuchie.org.uk/lighthouse-trail
Clare Blatherwick Jewellery
An exhibition celebrating contemporary jewellery and painting, showing during Fringe by the Sea. Clare Blatherwick Jewellery collaborates with The Scottish Gallery to present work by Malcolm Appleby and Pascale Rentsch, with Pascale in residence at selected times – visit www.clareblatherwick. co.uk/events for details. 31st Jul- 9th Aug, 12.00PM-5.00PM,
27 Station Hill, North Berwick.
Views of the Past
Dive into North Berwick’s
past with this vibrant heritage exhibition. Bursting with rare photographs from archives and personal collections bringing the town’s stories to life – from the changing High Street to everyday moments across the decades. Whether a long-time resident or first-time visitor, come explore, reminisce, and celebrate the spirit of North Berwick. 1st-23rd August Hope Rooms, Forth Street, NB Admission free, 11.30AM-4.30PM daily. www.viewsofthepast26.org
Pat Christie: Dawn to Dusk
Popular local photographer Pat Christie returns to Chandlers at 65 High Street with her seasonal North Berwick: Dawn to Dusk exhibition series, celebrating summer. Featuring a stunning selection of sunrises and sunsets, the exhibition will run throughout FBTS 2026. Enter a freeprizedrawtowinaprint during the festival.
Sound, Story & Sauna
Sound, Story & Sauna brings together Sound Bath Studio’s Paul Speers and storyteller Sarah MacGillivray for an immersive evening of folklore, soundscapes and spoken word inspired by East Lothian’s land, sea and sky. Afterwards, unwind in the warmth of the sauna. Shows: 31st July and 7th August. Book via www.hotandbothysauna.co.uk
Art & Craft Sale for ELYC
Three local artists – Wendy Portway, Pam McKenzie and Julie Otter host their annual art and craft sale at St Andrew Blackadder Church in support of East Lothian Young Carers. Browse paintings, cards and handmade crafts in a range of media, including wool and wood.
Open Wed 29th July-Sat 1st August,10.00AM-5.00PM daily.
The Beach Hut: Holger Mohaupt
North Berwick artist and filmmaker Holger Mohaupt presents The Beach Hut. Featuring a life-size beach hut model based on a sketch by local craftsman Stewart Auld, the installation includes an accompanying sound work accessed by QR code onsite. Rhodes Park Farm, 31st July- 9thAugust,10.00AM–4.00PM.Free entry.
Harbour Beach Huts
Explore local makers at the Harbourside beach huts including artists Rosie Oberlander, Lynn Hanley and Andrina Wright, ceramics by Echo Beach Designs, the popular Love Rocks, jewellery by Daynan Designs and North Berwick Candles. Times vary. NB Harbour.
North Berwick Pipe Band
North Berwick Pipe Band, with Highland dancers from Dunedin Dance Academy, perform a free show in the Lodge Grounds (Quality Street gates) every Wednesday at 7.30PM during July and August.
Land, Sea, People, Stories
The Coastal Communities Museum presents a new exhibition exploring East Lothian’s agricultural heritage through local stories, historic objects and hands-on displays. Open Wed-Sat, 11.00AM- 4.00PM. School Road, NB. Free entry (donations welcome).
Drifting North
Author Dominic Hinde discusses landscape, identity and our changing environment. Free/ donations. St Columba’s Hospice Care, North Berwick Bookstore, 41 Westgate. 4th August, 6.00PM-7.30PM, stcolumbashospice.org.uk