Note that the island is only accessible at low tide so use Holy Island Safe Crossing Times to check you can get there...and back!
After driving up the northumberland coast turn right and head across the causeway.
The castle is located in what was once the very volatile border area between England and Scotland; the area was also frequently attacked by Vikings. Lindisfarne Priory was finally abandoned for the last time for use as a priory ca. 1537 as part of the dissolution of the monasteries. After Henry VIII suppressed the priory, his troops used the remains as a naval store. In 1542 Henry VIII ordered Thomas Manners, 1st Earl of Rutland to fortify the site against possible Scottish invasion
Lots of parking available on the Holy Island itself at Holy Island Chare Ends Car Park.
We walked through the village of Linsifarne and headed along the Southern end of the island to the castle.
Also on the island are the ruins of Lindisfarne Priory.
We also paid a visit to St Aidans Winery, the home of Lindisfarne Mead with free tasting!