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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
    Points to noteHoly Island can only be reached by vehicle or on foot via a 3ml causeway, which is closed from 2 hours before high tide until 3 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 times before making a long/special journey. No large bags, pushchairs or rucksacks in castle. Emergency WC only; otherwise nearest WC in village 1ml from castle

    Opening arrangements
     16 Feb–24 Feb 08  10–3 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
     15 Mar–2 Nov 08  Times vary Closed Mondays Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
     30 Dec–2 Jan 09  10–3 Closed Mondays Tu We Th Fr Closed Saturdays Closed Sundays
    Garden
     All year  10--dusk Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
    KEY: Dark blue=open
    Open BH Mons (inc. Scottish BHols). Lindisfarne is a tidal island accessed via a 3ml causeway at low tide. Therefore the castle opening times vary depending on the tides. On open days the castle will open for 5hrs, 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. Last admission 30mins before closing

    Contact details

    01289 389244
    Fax: 01289 389909
    Emaillindisfarne@nationaltrust.org.uk


    Admission prices

    Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): £6 (£5.40), child £3 (£2.70), family £15 (£13.50). Garden only: £1 (90p), child free. Guided group visits outside normal hour £8 (£4.50 NT members)
    Trust properties nearby
    • Dunstanburgh Castle
    • Farne Islands
    • Ros Castle
    • St Aidan's and Shoreston Dunes
    • St Cuthbert's Cave
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    • To find out more about Lindisfarne Castle buy the guide before you visit
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