Lindisfarne: The 'Holy Island' where Vikings spilled the 'blood of saints'

The Holy Island of Lindisfarne

Lindisfarne Castle, Holy Island

Bamburgh Castle and Lindisfarne Castle are two of Northumberland’s most iconic coastal fortresses, each offering a distinct glimpse into England’s medieval and maritime past and they lie just a few miles apart, connected by breathtaking coastal scenery along the North Sea. Bamburgh Castle, dramatically set atop a volcanic outcrop overlooking the village of Bamburgh, has stood as a symbol of power and resilience for over 1,400 years. Once the royal seat of the Kings of Northumbria, it evolved fro