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The Tweed is one of the finest Salmon fishing rivers in the British Isles. the river also forms part of the boundary between England and Scotland, although just before it reaches Berwick, the most northerly town in England, the border takes a turn, and leaves Berwick and the Tweed estuary, in England. It has its source in the Cheviot Hills. Berwick, throughout history has been both English and Scottish on many occasions. The towns' Soccer team Berwick Rangers, plays in the Scottish League, and is the only English team not playing in England.
The Aln is not a big river, at all, but has been an important river in history as it was a hiccup on an army's travel north and south. It has therefore been quite heavily defended. One of the greatest castles in England is at Alnwick, next to the river. It remains totally complete, Alnwick Castle is a wonderful place to visit as it is open to the public. Apart from the magnificence of its structure it houses an amazing collection of treasures, and its paintings include a couple of Canalettos among others. The castle also houses the Museum of the Regiment of the 'Royal Northumberland Fusiliers' now the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers', and is the home of the Duke of Northumberland, who is probably, with Lord Ridley, the owners of most of the county's land.
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