Berwick Hills

Berwick Hills is a residential district in eastern Middlesbrough with housing estates, local shops, and the Neptune Centre swimming pool near Ormesby Road. The area also contains a municipal library and shopping facilities serving the local community.

The area developed as a residential district during Middlesbrough's expansion in the 20th century. It grew gradually with new housing and facilities that served the expanding local population over the decades.

A large sculpture of Orme the Viking stands near Ormesby Beck, created through collaboration between local residents and primary school students. The artwork connects the community with its Viking heritage and remains a focal point for neighborhood gatherings.

The Neptune Centre offers swimming facilities and a fitness club for recreational activities. The district is easy to explore on foot, with shops and amenities spread throughout the neighborhood.

The neighborhood name comes from an old local field name with roots going back to early medieval times. The name connects this modern settlement with the longer heritage of the land.

GPS coordinates: 54.56200,-1.20500

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:24