Before visiting the Island, please check the tide timetable to see safe crossing times for the Holy Island causeway. Travel across the causeway to Holy Island and discover this magical place. Lindisfarne Castle was converted by famed architect Sir Edwin Lutyens into a private holiday home for Edward Hudson, founder of Country Life magazine. "Song ( after nature)" is an evocative soundscape installation by artist Paul Rooney, inspired by renowned cellist Madame Suggia and the sounds of nature around Holy Island. In situ until 30 October 2022.
Spent the whole day there. Once you get over the excitement of the causeway (brilliant but check the tide times) you are greeted by a village with lots of little shops and places to walk round. Parking is free with a blue badge (I paid PS9 by mistake) and is close to the village away from the main car park. The walk to the castle is great (take comfy shoes) and as it's NT, it's free for members to go in. Great day for the whole family. The Abby is worth a look also!!
As Royal Oak members, our entry was free but everyone pays to park. It's quite a walk from the parking lot to the castle. But it is a very beautiful walk, surrounded by a quaint village trying desperately to stay quaint, There are views of the ruins of the abbey, the North Sea and, in the distance, the castle. At the castle, you're facing a short climb on a long ramp then on stairs to enter the castle. Many rooms are open, displaying period furniture or history of the castle. Incredible views from the parapet. NT staff are there to explain many aspects of the site.
Love historical places and so pleased we joined the national trust. Never been here before even though it's been on my doorstep near enough my whole life. Getting to know the history of the place was interesting and see it how it was left was really interesting and well worth the visit to Holy Island in general. Lovely place to spend a few hours exploring.
What's not to like about this amazing place. It's just epic, the drive over the causeway, the walk round the castle, the Priory, church and the whole island is just full of history. The only negative from my perspective is the cost of going into the castle and priory. Certainly the castle other than the view's isn't worth the entry fee. When we went, it was so sparse inside that we vowed never to return. Which I won't. The free stuff is the best bits. If you walk to the sea edge from the kilns, turn left , head to the big white pyramid, on the other side of that (weather permitting) is one of the finest beaches in the UK. It is a trek, and there's nothing there but sea and sand. But it's perfect for the family. 1st class Food is our favourite place for a bit and brew, and The Manor House Hotel is one of the best hotels going. The food is lovely too.
National Trust property. It's a fair walk from the car park to get to the Castle. Stunning views and fascinating interior and garden. No dogs allowed in the castle. Challenging to get round if you have any mobility issues. Lots of steps.
Interesting little place, not really a castle but an Edwardian play house. Quirky rooms and corridors and use of quotes to bring what it would have been like to life. About a 5min walk from the town to get there along a lovely coastal path past the harbour.
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Spent the whole day there. Once you get over the excitement of the causeway (brilliant but check the tide times) you are greeted by a village with lots of little shops and places to walk round. Parking is free with a blue badge (I paid PS9 by mistake) and is close to the village away from the main car park. The walk to the castle is great (take comfy shoes) and as it's NT, it's free for members to go in. Great day for the whole family. The Abby is worth a look also!!
As Royal Oak members, our entry was free but everyone pays to park. It's quite a walk from the parking lot to the castle. But it is a very beautiful walk, surrounded by a quaint village trying desperately to stay quaint, There are views of the ruins of the abbey, the North Sea and, in the distance, the castle. At the castle, you're facing a short climb on a long ramp then on stairs to enter the castle. Many rooms are open, displaying period furniture or history of the castle. Incredible views from the parapet. NT staff are there to explain many aspects of the site.
Love historical places and so pleased we joined the national trust. Never been here before even though it's been on my doorstep near enough my whole life. Getting to know the history of the place was interesting and see it how it was left was really interesting and well worth the visit to Holy Island in general. Lovely place to spend a few hours exploring.
What's not to like about this amazing place. It's just epic, the drive over the causeway, the walk round the castle, the Priory, church and the whole island is just full of history. The only negative from my perspective is the cost of going into the castle and priory. Certainly the castle other than the view's isn't worth the entry fee. When we went, it was so sparse inside that we vowed never to return. Which I won't. The free stuff is the best bits. If you walk to the sea edge from the kilns, turn left , head to the big white pyramid, on the other side of that (weather permitting) is one of the finest beaches in the UK. It is a trek, and there's nothing there but sea and sand. But it's perfect for the family. 1st class Food is our favourite place for a bit and brew, and The Manor House Hotel is one of the best hotels going. The food is lovely too.
National Trust property. It's a fair walk from the car park to get to the Castle. Stunning views and fascinating interior and garden. No dogs allowed in the castle. Challenging to get round if you have any mobility issues. Lots of steps.
Interesting little place, not really a castle but an Edwardian play house. Quirky rooms and corridors and use of quotes to bring what it would have been like to life. About a 5min walk from the town to get there along a lovely coastal path past the harbour.
