Visiting Holy Island without getting wet! ... it's pretty simple!

The Holy Island of Lindisfarne...

This absolutely stunning place situated just south of the Scottish Border is also referred to as Lindisfarne. Twice per day, this tidal island is cut off from the rest of Northumberland and its beautiful causeway opened in 1954 is submerged by the North Sea; keeping one of our best kept secrets well and truly hidden. It bodes some amazing things to see and do; check out our favourite place here once you have read the safety instructions below.

PLAN YOUR TRIP or end up in very deep water

Tides can rise suddenly and very fast! 

Although this beautiful historic island must be added to your itinerary of places to visit, approach with caution and always follow safety instructions by planning ahead. When high tide approaches the road lies under 1.5 - 4 metres of water and according to smart driving the UK's leading driver training company just 2 ft of flowing water can sweep away a vehicle. 

Never disregard safety signs or crossing times otherwise you may find yourself submerged and at the cost of the RNLI, RAF or COASTGUARD. 

Many visitors and overconfident drivers try to risk the journey by driving fast or thinking they will be able to beat the tide; honestly, don't risk it - WAIT. Even if that means being stranded on the island longer than expected, it's a beautiful place and their are worse places to spend your time...always think safety first and PLAN PLAN PLAN. 

Safe crossing times can be found here.

Sand on Causeway (Supplied by Scott Spencer)

STUCK ON THE CAUSEWAY

Call 999 and ask for the coastguard. For observers of a stranded vehicle or people in danger, please follow the same protocol. Abandon vehicle and make way to wooden hut up purpose built ladder to stay safe until emergency services arrive.

HOW TO AVOID BECOMING STRANDED OR SUBMERGED 

1) Plan the trip in advance by researching what you want to visit and the timescales as well as the mode of transport... on foot? or vehicle. 

2) Check Tidal Information and plan your trip around this.

3) If you are staying in the local area speak to the proprietor of your hotel/b&b and they can provide you with further information and recommendations when you are on the island.