Getting to Holy Island (Lindisfarne) by public transport

Lindisfarne Castle in the mists, for post on getting to Holy Island 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 Lindisfarne if you don’t have a car and want to use public transport. The answer is that trains and buses are not the easiest option, but with a little perseverance […]

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 […]

How to: Walk the Pilgrim’s Way to Holy Island (minding tide times)

Pilgrim's Way Shelter, Holy Island

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, barefoot or with waterproof shoes. Be prepared to get muddy legs.Safety first: make sure you carefully read the instructions on when to cross. Tides cover the Pilgrim’s Way very quickly, […]