Holy Island, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland TD15 2SH Telephone: 01289 389244
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
Holy 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
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15 Mar–2 Nov 08
Times vary
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30 Dec–2 Jan 09
10–3
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Garden
All year
10--dusk
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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
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)
