Lindisfarne Castle
Things to do in Scottish Borders
in Scotland
Description: On Holy Island, this castle was built to protect the area against all comers. Converted into a baronial style home in 1903, by Sir Edwin Lutyens it now has a beautiful interior of antique Flemish and English furniture, porcelain and brass.
Ownership:
National Trust
Situation – OS ref: NU 136417
How to get there:
Safe crossing times.
By car: Turn left, off the A1 south of Berwick upon Tweed, along the road signposted Beal and Holy Island. Car parks on the island.
By public transport: Regular bus service from Berwick upon Tweed
Seasonal opening details (2007/8):
Opening arrangements from March 2007
17 Mar–28 Oct 07
Times vary - Tues,Wed,Thurs,Fri.
27 Dec–30 Dec 07
Times vary - Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun
16 Feb–24 Feb 08
Times vary - Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun
Opening Hours:
As Lindisfarne is a tidal island, times vary so that visitors may reach the island at low tide – the castle is open for just over 4 hrs and always 12noon to 3pm.
Facilities:
Parking is about 1 mile from the Castle. No toilets on site.
Admission:
Adult £5.20, child £2.60, family (2 adults & accompanying children under 18) £13.
Garden only: £1, child free.
Guided group visits (10+) outside normal hours £6, NT members £4
Contact:
Tel: 01289 389244
01289 389253 (Shop)
Attached attractions:
Walled Garden
Nature Reserve on the island.
Lindisfarne Priory and the Heritage Centre nearby.
Additional Information
Remember to check the Crossing Times before setting out.
Web link: (where appropriate):
Places to stay nearby:
Northumberland
Local towns and villages:
Holy Island Village
Berwick upon Tweed
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