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    Lindisfarne Castle
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    Lindisfarne Castle
    Holy Island, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland TD15 2SH
    Telephone: 01289 389244
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    Romantic 16th-century castle with spectacular views, transformed by Lutyens into an Edwardian holiday home
    • Tudor castle converted into an Edwardian home
    • Intimate decoration and design by Lutyens
    • Perched atop a rocky island crag, accessible only by causeway
    • Charming Getrude Jekyll walled-garden
    • Fantastic views of Farne Island and Bamburgh Castle
    • Well-preserved lime kilns

    What's new this year
    New green garden interpretation, explaining composting and record of climate conditions

    Points to noteHoly Island can only be reached by vehicle or on foot via a 3 mile causeway, which is closed from two hours before high tide until three hours after. Tide tables are listed in local newspapers, on Northumberland County Council website and displayed at the causeway. To avoid disappointment check safe crossing and castle times before making a long/special journey. No large bags, pushchairs or rucksacks in castle. Emergency WC only; otherwise nearest WC in village 1 mile from castle

    Opening arrangements
     14 Feb–22 Feb 09  10–3 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
     14 Mar–1 Nov 09  Times vary Closed Mondays Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
     27 Dec–29 Dec 09  10–3 Mo Tu Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Closed Saturdays Su
    Garden
     All year  10--dusk Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
    KEY: Dark blue=open
    Open Bank Holiday Mondays (including Scottish Bank Holidays). Lindisfarne is a tidal island accessed via a 3 miles causeway at low tide. Therefore the castle opening times vary depending on the tides. On open days the castle will open for 5 hours, which will always include 12–3. It will open either 10–3 or 12–5. The NT flag will fly only when the castle is open. To obtain a copy of the tide tables and detailed opening times send sae to Lindisfarne Castle stating which month you wish to visit or refer to www.lindisfarne.org.uk. Last admission 30 minutes before closing

    Contact details

    01289 389244
    Fax: 01289 389909
    Email: lindisfarne@nationaltrust.org.uk


    Admission prices

    Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): £6.30 (£5.70), child £3.10 (£2.80), family £15.70 (£14.20). Garden only: £1 (90p), child free


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    • Farne Islands
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    • St Cuthbert's Cave
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