Lindisfarne Priory
Lindisfarne Priory on Holy Island was the site of one of the most important early centres of Christianity in Anglo-Saxon England. From the end of the 8th century, the isolated island with its wealthy monastery proved easy prey for Viking raiders and the monks of the priory were driven out. Lindisfarne Priory is managed by English Heritage, admission charges apply. Holy Island is only reached at low tide across a causeway (tide tables details from Berwick Tourist Information Centre - 01289 330733). Visit the website to find out more.