Lindisfarne Castle Garden
Peaceful Walled Garden With Castle Views
Lindisfarne Castle Garden is described as a charming, quiet spot with beautiful views of the nearby castle and a surprising variety of plants.
Although small it offers a sheltered place to relax away from the wind with benches to sit and enjoy the scenery and wildlife.
While some recent visitors feel the garden could use a little more maintenance many still appreciate its peaceful atmosphere, historic character and the dedicated volunteers who help care for it.
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Opening Times & Admission Prices
Opening Days: Open all year round
Opening Times: Dawn to Dusk
Admission Prices: Garden is free to enter – donations received.
Castle: Adults £13, Children 5 to 15 £6.50, Under 5’s Free
Note the Castle is open from 10am to 5pm (4pm in winter)
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Top Tip: Bring a picnic and suitable footwear!
Local Weather for Lindisfarne Castle Garden on Holy Island
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About Lindisfarne Castle Garden
Lindisfarne Castle Garden is in such a good location and is tended by volunteers.
Created on an old vegetable patch by the well known Gertrude ‘Bumps’ Jekyll in a classic geometric design.
Restored in 2003 its a haven for wildlife and has hardy annuals, perennials heritage vegetables and leafy shade all year round.
So bring a picnic for great sea views and watch the wading birds and geese!
There are some tables and chairs but a rug on the lawn will do the job!
Being a National Trust property there is a second hand bookshop in one of the boating sheds by admissions.
There is a shop and plant sales in the village.
Accessibility at Lindisfarne Castle Garden
There are steep ramps and cobbles to the castle. Get accessibility information here.
Dogs at Lindisfarne Castle Garden
Dogs on short leads are welcome in the grounds.
There are nesting birds and livestock near the lime kilns.
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Images © National Trust Images/Joe Cornish, John Miller
Local Accommodation near to Lindisfarne Castle Garden
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Visitor Reviews of Lindisfarne Castle Garden
Google Visitor Review Score 4.6 stars
Don’t take our word for how genuinely super these gardens are. Here is what visitors think about their visit to Lindisfarne Castle Garden:
Anne Marie Stagg: “A lovely little walled garden… a great haven away from the wind. Loved the apple trees and the wide variety of plants.”
Darren Barton: “Lovely little garden where you can escape the wind and enjoy the peaceful views of the castle.”
Mark Southren: “A great garden despite its small size… a good mix of plants and flowers and a great place to sit and watch life passing by.”
Adam Barnard: “Very nice garden… great view of the castle.”
Kate Squirrelspy: “Interesting, historical garden with spring bulbs… and free to go around.”
Map, Location, Directions & Contact Details for Lindisfarne Castle Garden
All information was believed to correct at the time of publication
Holy Island
Berwick-upon-Tweed Northumberland TD15 2SH
United Kingdom