Family Activities
What family activities are available at the site?
Which English Heritage properties are nearby?
What other family-based activities and places of interest are nearby?
Paint a picture
Explore the exciting museum
Discover the history of the island in the museum, with lively interpretation of the story of St Cuthbert and the development of Lindisfarne Priory kids will be fascinated. Learn about gruesome viking invasions and Henry VIII’s impact on the Priory.
Drift away cloudwatching
Lie back and watch the clouds float by in the spectacular Northumberland coastline. Gaze into the sky and make shapes from the clouds above, what will you see?
Bring a picnic
Dig out that picnic basket and spread out the rug! Enjoy your lunch in the Priory grounds taking in the spectacular views of the coast whilst tucking into a tasty sandwich!
Etal Castle
Distance: 15 miles
Discover a border castle set in a picturesque village on the banks of the River Till. Etal Castle was built in the mid-14th century as a defence against Scots raiders. An award-winning exhibition tells the story of Flodden, and the history of Anglo-Scottish border warfare.
Dunstanburgh Castle
Distance: 30 miles
The dramatic ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle, which was built in 1313 and the scene of much fighting during the Wars of the Roses, watches over a headland famous for its seabirds.
The nearest Tourist Information Centre is located on the island, call 01289 389200.
For more information on things to see and do in the area please see www.visitnorthumberland.com.
For more information on things to see and do in the area please see www.visitnorthumberland.com.
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