Discover Reston and the surrounding area

A railway station reopened in Reston, while Eyemouth has a maritime focus, with its fishing harbour, museum and coastal experiences. When looking for a holiday rental, it helps to distinguish between these places: the railway station is in Reston; the harbour and beach attractions described here are associated with Eyemouth. Which focus matters more to your trip may influence where you choose to stay.

Eyemouth: fishing harbour and waterfront

Eyemouth is Scotland’s second-largest coastal fishing harbour; the harbour has existed since the 12th century. The town is also considered an outstanding example of 18th-century waterfront design. This brings together two perspectives from different periods: the harbour’s long history and the design of the waterfront in a later era. As a busy fishing harbour with many interesting buildings, Eyemouth also has a distinctive maritime townscape. If you’re interested in the connection between harbour activity and built heritage, you’ll find both as part of the town’s character.

Town history at the museum and on the Town Trail

The Eyemouth Museum presents the town’s fishing and social heritage through exhibits and stories from local people. The Eyemouth Tapestry focuses on a specific historical event: it depicts the Great Fishing Disaster of 1881, in which 189 fishermen from Berwickshire lost their lives at sea. The exhibition thus combines a broader look at social heritage with a record of a particular event. Together, these two perspectives give the museum visit a clear focus: fishing as part of the town’s history and a disaster documented with a date and a number.

Signs mark points of interest along the Eyemouth Town Trail, and a leaflet provides information about them. Some of these places are private homes. Please respect the privacy of their owners. This way, you can include the marked points in your exploration without treating private residences as public attractions.

Coast, beach and harbour life

The Coastal Exploration is a leisurely, relaxing and scenic sea safari along the Berwickshire Coast. Highlights include caves, seals and seabirds. The operator runs the tour during the main season, so bear this seasonal availability in mind when planning. Eyemouth Beach offers a different experience: the beach is easily accessible and suitable for beginner snorkellers. In summer, families can also watch the busy harbour activity at Eyemouth Harbour. This gives you a choice of different experiences: a coastal safari, snorkelling, or a summer view of the harbour.

The coast can also be enjoyed from a different perspective on land. Many paths along the surrounding coastline offer good views of Eyemouth Beach. This adds a view from outside to a beach visit and experiences at the harbour: you can take in the coastal scenery rather than snorkel at the beach or watch the harbour activity.

Reston as a railway location when choosing where to stay

Reston railway station reopened in May 2022, more than half a century after the original station closed. It serves the surrounding area, including Eyemouth and Coldingham. This gives Reston a different role in your travel plans from Eyemouth’s specific harbour, museum and beach attractions. If you’re looking for a holiday rental in Reston, you can take the station’s regional role into account when choosing where to stay. For train journeys, check the service for your travel date; if fishing history and coastal experiences are your main focus, the places and activities mentioned are in Eyemouth.

For the main travel guide: Eyemouth.