Name: Lindisfarne Castle
Rating: 5.0

Lindisfarne Castle

Holy Island, Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 2SH, UK

1-99 Years

Paid

Description

Lindisfarne Castle, A castle (that’s not a castle), on an island (that’s not an island). 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. Discover the history of Lindisfarne Castle and its surrounds, from the area’s industrial past and curious boat sheds to the castle’s renovation and its dedicated caretakers.

Lindisfarne Castle on Holy Island offers a perfect mix of adventure and discovery for visitors of all ages. Explore fun, family-friendly activities like birdwatching, spotting seals along the shoreline, flying kites in the sea breeze, and skimming stones on the beach. It’s an unforgettable experience for families visiting the Northumberland coast.

Price starts from £13.20 for Adults(18+), £6.60 for Children(5-17) and £33.00 for Family of five. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Castle: "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, for 2025.
Gertrude Jekyll walled garden: Small walled garden, designed by Gertrude Jekyll in 1911. Infused with fragrance and colour during the summer months. A peaceful and sheltered spot to sit and enjoy some autumn and winter sunshine.
Headland walks and Victorian Limekilns: Listen to the sounds of the seals' "singing" and maybe spot them swimming just offshore on a walk around the castle headland. Take in views of the Farne Islands and Bamburgh Castle on this short circular walk ( ideal for smaller legs). Explore inside the Victorian limekilns as you pass; They are some of the best preserved examples of kilns in the UK ( and a great spot for a game of hide and seek).
Contemporary art: Inside the castle, experience " Embodied Cacophonies" - an immersive light, sound and sculptural installation by artist and composer Liz Gre. The installation explores the elemental nature of Holy Island, and the cacophonies of sound that surround us.
Second hand bookshop: Have you ever visited a bookshop in a boat shed? Pop into "Boatshed Bookshop" for a browse ( open during castle opening hours).

Facilities

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.
Toilet: One toilet at the castle.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Adult(18+): £13.20 With Gift Aid & £12.00 Without Gift Aid.
Child (5-17): £6.60 With Gift Aid & £6.00 Without Gift Aid.
Under 5s: Free.
Family(2 Adults and up to 3 children): £33.00 With Gift Aid & £30.00 Without Gift Aid.
Family 1 Adult: £19.80 With Gift Aid & £18.00 Without Gift Aid.
Group(Adult 18+): £11.40 Without Gift Aid.
Group(Child 5-17): £5.70 Without Gift Aid.

Membership: Become a member and discover more than 500 places:

Adult(26+) membership: £8 a month & £96 a year.
Young(18-25) person: £4 a month & £48 a year.
Junior(0-17): £12 a year.

For more information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/membership

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/lindisfarne-castle

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Monday: 10 am–1 pm
Tuesday: 10 am–1:30 pm
Wednesday - Saturday: 10 am–5 pm
Sunday: 10 am–12:30 pm

Address: Holy Island, Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 2SH, UK

Post Code: TD15 2SH

Council: Northumberland

County: Northumberland

By Road: 5 miles east of A1 across a tidal causeway, please check safe crossing times before visiting by going to https://holyislandcrossingtimes.northumberland.gov.uk To get here there is only one road and that is covered twice a day by the North Sea. About three miles of road can be covered by the tide but coming by car is still the easiest and most common way of visiting.
By Train: Berwick-upon-Tweed 10 miles from causeway. Buses and taxis available at the station.
By Bus: Borders Buses run a service to Holy Island from Berwick via Beal. This is the 477 service. The X15 and X18 run a regular service from Newcastle and Berwick-upon-Tweed to Beal, not far from Holy Island causeway.
Cycling: NCN1. Coast and Castles cycle route.
By Ferry: Visitors arriving onto Holy Island by boat, including boat trips from Seahouses.
Car Free: Travel the green way and help us preserve this amazing place.
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.