What to do on Holy Island (Lindisfarne) – A short guide

Sun rising behind Lindisfarne Castle on the Holy Island of Lindisfarne

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 is a special, atmospheric place that leaves an impression on those who visit, some referring to it as a ‘thin place’ where the heavens and earth are closer to each […]

UK Solo Travel Destination: the Holy Island of Lindisfarne

Solo travel

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 away and recharge or find peace and quiet in nature. Other times it’s to find exciting destinations and experiences. Writers and artists take themselves on their own personal retreats, and […]

Walking routes around Holy Island (Lindisfarne) – Our favourite walks

Holy Island Beach at sunset

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 past our guesthouse to the Castle and Priory. Then they might have a coffee and a bite to eat in the village, buy some fudge and mead and hurry back […]

Spending high tide on Holy Island (Lindisfarne) in Northumberland

Holy Island sunset on the beach

 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 mainland? If you want to avoid the crowds, this is your best bet if you’d like to enjoy the island when most of the day trippers are away. Holy Island […]