Holy Islands of the UK and Ireland
There are four places referred to as “Holy Island” in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, and this sometimes causes confusion. Twice I’ve
Getting to Holy Island (Lindisfarne) by public transport
Ever since we moved here in 2017, one of the most common questions we are asked is how to get to the Holy Island of
What to do on Holy Island (Lindisfarne) – A short guide
Holy Island has several attractions and things to do, whether you are interested in history and religion, walking, birdwatching, nature or beaches. Above all it
Mobile reception on Holy Island (Lindisfarne) – A review of providers and coverage
I wanted to get a more definitive answer to the question of the quality of mobile infrastructure reach and reception on Holy Island, and decided
Holy Island Causeway: why tide time barriers are a daft idea
I wrote this post because I grew tired of explaining this every time, and thought it would be helpful to the people who genuinely want
UK Solo Travel Destination: the Holy Island of Lindisfarne
Choosing the right type of solo trip destination for you Like couples and groups, solo travellers head away for different reasons. Sometimes it’s to get
Walking routes around Holy Island (Lindisfarne) – Our favourite walks
Many visitors to Holy Island (Lindisfarne) do not venture beyond the village and the path out to the castle. In fact, we see them walk
How to: Walk the Pilgrim’s Way to Holy Island (minding tide times)
Walking the ancient Pilgrim’s route to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne Length: 3 milesTime: 75 – 90 minutesPlease note: only walk on a receding tide,
Where to eat: food options on Holy Island (Lindisfarne)
Holy Island has a variety of food options for breakfast and lunch and dinner, but you are advised to book ahead for dinners, especially during
Spending high tide on Holy Island (Lindisfarne) in Northumberland
Many day trippers to the island are familiar with low tide on Holy Island, but what happens when the island is cut off from the
Viewing the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) on the Holy Island of Lindisfarne
One of the best places in England to view the Northern Lights The appearance of the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) on the Holy Island of
Crossing Holy Island’s Causeway: Tips, tides and safety
We are often asked how to cross the causeway to Holy Island (Lindisfarne), is it dangerous? How do we know when to cross? This article
What’s a Camino shell doing on Holy Island?
We often see people stopping in front of the yellow and blue tile on the wall at the front of Belvue Guesthouse in Chare Ends.