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Island, Lindisfarne
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Island, this island was populated by missionaries in the
7th century after coming from Iona led by St Aiden.
The Danish ransacked the monastery 150 years later and in
1802 the Benedictine monks built the priory, which is now
in ruins. The monks made mead, which is still made now.
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Location
Map of Holy Island |
What
To See -
Holy Island Tourist Attractions
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 Lindisfarne
Castle, a nicely restored 16th century castle with furniture,
garden. Tel: 01289 389244 
Open: Easter-Sept. |
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| Lindisfarne
Priory,Tel: 01289 389200 |
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Aidens Winery, mead, honey, shop
Tel: 01289389230 |
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Where
To Stay in Holy Island
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St Cuthbert's Square Holy Island
In a village location on the delightful unspoilt and historic Holy Island of Lindisfarne these Grade II listed fishermen's cottages offer modern comforts whilst retaining charm and original character. Just minutes away there are sandy beaches Winery ( ..Sleeps 3
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Around
The Holy Island Area
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along the coast to Bamburgh and its
castle. |
Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Bamburgh (5.56 miles) Seahouses (8.44 miles) Berwick upon Tweed (10.49 miles) Chillingham (10.79 miles) Craster (16.00 miles) Alnwick (18.31 miles) |
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