The Straw Yard is an independent creative venue and cultural hub in Berwick-upon-Tweed, dedicated to supporting artists, audiences and community participation in the creative and performing arts. It combines the intimacy of a fringe venue with the ambition of a small producing house.

Our aim is simple: to create a place where creativity can thrive, where artists can experiment, and where audiences can encounter exciting work up close. Alongside presenting work, The Straw Yard actively develops new projects: through Yardlight, our associated production company, we create original productions that premiere in Berwick before touring elsewhere.​ This ensures that new work is not only made here but also grows out of the local creative ecosystem. 

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The venue also supports artists through rehearsal space, workshops and collaborative opportunities, and is available for private hire.

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There is a welcoming courtyard and bar onsite, providing a social space for audiences and artists to gather before and after events.​