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.

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

Castle open 1200-1700 last admission 1615

Sunday 20 September:

Castle open 1230-1700 last admission 1615

Location & directions

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

Directions:

Lindisfarne Castle is accessed via a tidal causeway. Always check the causeway safe crossing times before travelling: https://holyislandcrossingtimes.northumberland.gov.uk/Default.aspx?dt=0926 Council Pay and Display car park. Approx 1 mile walk to the castle.

Contact on day:

Duty Manager Nick Lewis

Telephone number:

+441289389244

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Castle is accessed by two steep cobbled ramps and a set of steps. Steps inside the castle. Narrow corridors and low light areas.

Additional information

Max number of people:

100

Estimated duration:

1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

Check out our online channels

Back to results