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Lindisfarne Travel Guide: 67 reviews and 166 photos

Lindisfarne ~ Adventure and Spirituality - Lindisfarne

Lindisfarne is an island by the east coast of Northern England, sort of half-way between Newcastle and Edinburgh. And it is quite amazing for several reasons.

On the simplest level, but quite an exciting one too, it is a great outdoor adventure - you cross to the island when the North Sea tide is low and the beaten road is uncovered. And then you take pleasure in exploring the island's Castle ( see above ) or the Priory ( see below ) ruined at the order of King Henry VIII...

But on the deeper level it is a wonderful spiritual trip if you're prepared to look at it that way. Lindisfarne was the cradle of Celtic Christianity in this part of England, and a scene of a horrible bloodshed by the Vikings, for which it is called the Holy Island.

My page does not really do justice to the beauty and atmosphere of Lindisfarne. But if my page raises your interest in this place, check the Holy Island's vast information pages.

Lindisfarne Priory

The Norman times Priory is a stunning site that you can't miss on Lindisfarne. It has nothing to do with the first Celtic monks, but it's got its own tragic history owed to Henry VIII's decision to disslove monasteries. Read about it in my tips.

A spiritual travel to Lindisfarne would not be complete without mentioning the hand-written and jewel-adorned Bible that the Celtic monks made. Be sure to read about the famous Lindisfarne Gospels - I really wouldn't know how to shorten the incredible story about this priceless work!

Above all, visit Lindisfarne if you're ever anywhere near the north-eastern corner of England. It is a truly unique place, I hope I can visit it again one day...

Pros and Cons

Pros:Magnificent, surprising, moving
Cons:Can get there only at certain times of the day
In a nutshell:Unique experience!

Last visit to Lindisfarne: Aug 1989
Intro Updated Dec 27, 2003
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Reviews (19)

Getting there by car Transportation (1)

Driving up north to Lindisfarne is the best way 'cause you get to see a lot on your way :-) You drive north of England... more travel advice

The Holy Island of Lindisfarne Things to Do (6)

Why is it called the Holy Island you wonder? The story may be somewhat long but let's use shortcuts... In the 7th c.... more travel advice

On top of Lindisfarne castle - Lindisfarne

The gang that did the trip Favorites (6)

This picture was taken at the top of the Lindisfarne castle where you get a fine view on the island and the sea. And... more travel advice

Making silly faces by Hadrian's Wall - Lindisfarne

Hadrian's Wall and Roman fort Off The Beaten Path (5)

Visiting the wall and the camp was only a short stop on our way back from Lindisfarne. The wall was built in A.D.122... more travel advice

Shopping (1)
Lindisfarne Mead

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Comments (28)

nickandchris Jun 22, 2006 at 3:39 AM Report Abuse

Very good info here and excellent writing.
iandsmith Nov 13, 2004 at 10:09 AM Report Abuse

Evocative pages, great read. (Hope you get to add that other photo).
acemj Sep 13, 2004 at 6:18 PM Report Abuse

thank goodness for the pontoon guy!
RhineRoll May 2, 2004 at 3:27 AM Report Abuse

Great Page, I drove through Northumberland last year, on my way back to the Newcastle ferryport. Made a lunch stop on Holy Island, just as you suggested. Did you go to Alnwick castle, too?
Kristina1701 May 2, 2004 at 3:03 AM Report Abuse

really great page; very informative + some beautiful pics!
olja1234 May 1, 2004 at 3:43 AM Report Abuse

Fantastic page, Gosia. I enjoyed reading your comments. Thank you!
MalenaN Apr 5, 2004 at 11:18 AM Report Abuse

Lindisfarne looks like a beautiful and interesting place to visit! Great tips!
KonstantinII Mar 6, 2004 at 8:18 AM Report Abuse

Beautiful! Interesting info on Bamburgh castle! ;o)
gardencat Feb 15, 2004 at 12:00 PM Report Abuse

great work...easy to follow and interesting. Your photographs are wonderfu.
msforbes Feb 9, 2004 at 12:09 PM Report Abuse

Great photos, I just love the islands of U.K. and Eire.