Lindisfarne Castle

Travel across the causeway to Holy Island and discover this magical place. One of the most iconic landmarks in the UK, Lindisfarne Castle was converted by famed architect Sir Edwin Lutyens into a private holiday home for Edward Hudson, founder of Country Life magazine. Outside, discover the summer-flowering garden designed by Gertrude Jekyll, the unexpected grandeur of the 19th-century industrial lime kilns, shoreline walks and a National Trust shop in the village. For 2024, a new light, sound and sculptural installation by artist Liz Gre "Embodied Cacophonies" draws inspiration from the elemental nature of Holy Island. Before visiting the island, please check the tide timetable to see safe crossing times for the Holy Island causeway.

Timings & Tours

Friday 13 September:

Castle: 1000-1700, Last entry 1600.

Saturday 14 September:

Castle: 1000-1700, Last entry 1600.

Location & directions

Lindisfarne Castle, Holy Island, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2SH

Directions:

Holy Island is accessed by a tidal causeway. Always check the causeway safe crossing times on the Northumberland County Council webpage before travelling.

Contact on day:

Kate Nellist

Telephone number:

+441289389244

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

The castle is accessed by two steep cobbled ramps, and steps to get to the first level. There are narrow corridors, low doorways, dark spaces inside the building. Further steps to access the upper level.

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