Bamburgh Castle & Lindisfarne

7.75 hours | Newcastle | N C L - 1 0 5
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Points of Interest

  • Bamburgh Castle
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Description

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Settle into your comfortable motorcoach and depart from the port on this lovely full-day tour into Northumberland, admiring the area's coastline views dotted with castles, sandy beaches and spectacular shorelines. At low tide, cross over the tidal causeway to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, a designated nature reserve. The island is famous for its ancient religious history, which draws thousands of pilgrims. A guided tour of Lindisfarne Priory introduces one of the most important centers of early Christianity in Anglo-Saxon England. A first monastery was founded here as early as 635 AD. Continue on to Bamburgh Castle, one of the finest castles in England. It commands stunning views of the Farne Islands, Holy Island and the Cheviot Hills. Discover the beauty of the castle, which has been extensively restored, first by Lord Crewe in the 1750s and more recently by the first Lord Armstrong at the end of the 19th century. Return to port passing through lovely farmland along the way.

Special Notes:

Lunch is not included on this tour, but we will have the opportunity to purchase refreshments.

From the motorcoach drop-off, there is an uphill walk of approximately 5 minutes to Bamburgh Castle. Guests are required to negotiate uneven flights of steps. Not suitable for passengers with limited mobility.

This tour is subject to the tides, it can only run when the causeway is safe to cross

Child Price:

12 & under reduced

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart quayside Newcastle via coastal route

  • Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
  • Transport Capacity: 45
  • Travel time: 02:00

Arrive Holy Island - Guided tour of Lindisfarne Priory and Free time

  • Time at site: 02:00
  • Free time at site: 30
  • Inside visit: Yes
  • Air conditioned: No
  • Steps: 25
  • Wheelchair accessible: No
  • Restroom available: Yes
  • Shopping available: No
  • Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Depart Lindisfarne for Bamburgh Castle

  • Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
  • Transport Capacity: 45
  • Travel time: 00:45

Visit Bamburgh Castle - introductory talk and visit

  • Time at site: 01:30
  • Free time at site: 15
  • Inside visit: Yes
  • Air conditioned: No
  • Steps: 115
  • Wheelchair accessible: No
  • Restroom available: Yes
  • Shopping available: Yes
  • Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Reboard your motorcoach adn return to the ship

  • Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
  • Transport Capacity: 45
  • Travel time: 01:30