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Lindisfarne Castle and Holy Island

Castle & Historic Landmark · Northumberland, England

Lindisfarne Castle and Holy Island is a castle & historic landmark in Northumberland, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £14.30 · Child £7.20 · Family £35.80
Checked on the National Trust page (with Gift Aid): adult £14.30, child (5-17) £7.20, family £35.80. Under-5s and members free.
Opening timesCastle 10am-5pm on the day checked (last entry 45 minutes before closing); garden open all day. Check causeway safe crossing times before travelling; the castle can open while the causeway is closed.
Best time to goCheck tide times; plan to arrive before the causeway crowds.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAll ages; check safe crossing times
If it rainsVery exposed island
ParkingMain island car park is pay and display (card or phone). (Not stated)
FoodNo castle café listed; picnic area. Island cafés nearby.
Money saverThe island itself is free to explore; check tide tables first
Top tipsCheck the safe crossing times first. Walk the castle first, then the priory, with a picnic by the harbour.
What to packWindproofs, waterproofs, picnic

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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