Lindisfarne Castle

Last entry to the castle is 45 minutes before the advertised closing time. There are two cycle racks next to the gate as you enter the castle field. In the grounds, on short leads. There are ground nesting birds and livestock in the field and around the lime kilns. There is a space to leave buggies and large bags. Ask about our free family trail. Look out for our volunteers on the upper battery and spot seals through the scope. Enjoy your picnic with one of the best views in Northumberland. Small number of picnic tables and deckchairs available. And a big grassy slope where you are very welcome to throw down a blanket. The castle is a one mile walk each way from the visitor car park. There is a drop off point just outside the gate to the castle field. One toilet at the castle. Access to castle by foot up steep cobbled ramp and steps – sturdy footwear recommended. Some dark and narrow spaces inside the castle. There’s a direct bus from Berwick-upon-Tweed – but the timetable varies with the tides! Walking across to the island offers a real pilgrimage experience and helps keep the island special by reducing traffic – check the tide times first. Parking: in the interests of village residents please use main island car park. There is a 1 mile walk each way to the castle (signposted before village). Drop off point at the castle gate. Pay and display car park with card and pay by phone options (not National Trust). Disabled/Blue badge car park/Coach park signposted in village. Borders Buses run a service to Holy Island from Berwick via Beal. This is the 477 service. Please check the their website for specific trips. From Beal there are local and seasonal buses to Holy Island – timetables depend on tides, so check directly with the operators. from Holy Island village, about 1 mile. Many visitors will attempt the Pilgrims Way, the ancient route across the sands marked by wooden posts. If you intend on walking this route and haven’t done so before, please contact someone at the castle or the Island Heritage Centre. Always check the safe crossing times We are part of " Good Journey" and offer a 10% discount on admission or a free guidebook for supporters travelling car- free. Berwick-upon-Tweed 10 miles from causeway. Buses and taxis available at the station. Find out more about exploring car-free There are cycle racks next to the gate into the castle field. We've created a 3D vitual tour of Lindisfarne Castle to help visitors plan a trip; increasing confidence and reducing surprises. This includes the option to measure spaces - for example doorways to check accessibility for wheelchairs and walkers - and to give a sense of what to expect when moving through the property and outside spaces. The virtual visit also brings the experience of Lindisfarne Castle to those who may not be able to visit in person. Safe crossing times for the Holy Island Causeway. The castle is occasionally open while the causeway is closed, so please check these times before you travel. Planning a family day out in Northumberland? Lindisfarne Castle on Holy Island offers a perfect mix of adventure and discovery for visitors of all ages. Explore the scenic walking routes of Holy Island with your four-legged friend. Dogs are welcome on the trails surrounding Lindisfarne Castle, a National Trust site rated as a one pawprint dog-friendly location. Before you visit, discover everything you need to know about dog-friendly facilities, local wildlife considerations, and how to make the most of your coastal adventure with your pet. "Fairytale" castle perched atop a crag, the highest point on Holy Island. This former Tudor fort became an Edwardian holiday home, converted by Sir Edwin Lutyens into a private holiday home for Edward Hudson, founder of Country Life magazine. Furnished rooms, with a spotlight shone on Lutyens; the man and his work. Small walled garden, designed by Gertrude Jekyll in 1911. Infused with fragrance and colour during the summer mon