Holy Island, also known as Lindisfarne, is a small tidal island off the northeast coast of England in Northumberland, connected to the mainland by a causeway that is covered at high tide.

Where Holy Island Is

  • Holy Island lies in the North Sea, about 2–3 miles off the Northumberland coast in the north-east of England.
  • It forms the civil parish of Holy Island in Northumberland and is a few miles south of the Scottish border, near Berwick-upon-Tweed.

Key Details About Holy Island

  • The island is often called Lindisfarne and has a long Christian history dating back to the 6th century, when it became an important centre of Celtic Christianity.
  • Access is via a tidal causeway from the village of Beal off the A1 road; the road floods twice daily, so visitors must check tide times before crossing.

Visiting Today

  • Holy Island is now a small community and tourist destination, with a village, harbour, Lindisfarne Castle, and the ruins of Lindisfarne Priory.
  • The area is popular for walking, wildlife watching, and religious or historical pilgrimage, and it attracts many day visitors each year.

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