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External website linkHoly Island Crossing Times
Northumberland County Council's Holy Island Tide Tables, which provide the official safe crossing times.

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What are the opening times?

DatesOpening TimesOpening Days
21 Mar-30 Sep 9.30am-5pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1-31 Oct 9.30am-4pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1 Nov-31 Jan 10am-2pm Mon, Sat, & Sun.
1 Feb-31 Mar 10am-4pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan    

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£4.00
Children:
£2.00
Concession:
£3.20
English Heritage Members:

How do I get there?

Address:
Northumberland - TD15 2RX
Road Access:
On Holy Island, only reached at low tide across causeway; tidetables at each end, or details from tourist info
Train Access:
Berwick-upon-Tweed 14 miles, via causeway
Map Location:
Telephone:
01289 389200, Local Tourist Information: 01289 330733

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Museum Guidebooks Dogs allowed on leads Shop Events Hazardous Family Learning Admission free for Overseas Vistor Pass holders
Facilities Details:
Dogs on leads (restricted areas only). Refreshments: None on site, but available nearby.
Access:
Access to priory and grounds: 80m tarmac path from museum and admission point, then 5 steps to priory. Graphic panels at low level. Fairly steep slope in outer courtyard.
Toilets: Adapted WC in car park.
Museum/Shop: Level access.
Parking:
500m from entrance (borough council). Disabled visitors may be set down outside priory museum.
Visually Impaired Visitors:
Sculptures etc to touch and tape of Celtic and medieval music in museum. Flower border in outer courtyard. NB Three covered well areas in priory.

What facilities are available for groups?

Group Discount:
15% discount for groups of 11 or more visitors paying together plus a free place for every additional 20 paying passengers. Free entry for coach driver and tour leader.
Coach Parking Facilities:
Parking for 10 coaches, 500 metres from the site (charge payable).
Group Booking:
Please contact the Visitor Operations Site Supervisor on +44 (0)1289 389200.
Average Length of Visit:
1 hour.