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Book this walk by texting Linda the walk leader on 0775 999 4644. Overview
A breathtaking coastal 5-mile walk around the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. The walk features a mix of sandy beaches, grassy paths and rocky shores. There are some high sand dunes and uneven rocky ground. Marram grass is plentiful and can be sharp. In sunny weather there are few shady places. Walking boots, waterproofs, sun hats and walking poles are recommended.
The walk will finish around 1pm after which there will be the opportunity to further explore the island. Walkers may wish to visit the Lindisfarne Priory, the Castle, Gertrude Jekyll Garden, the Heritage Centre and St Aidan's Winery as well as cafes/restaurants.
Please note the island is accessible via a causeway only during low tide. Walkers will not be able to leave the island before 14.50 as the low tide for crossing the causeway is from 14.50 until 23.35.
Saturday, 25 July 2026
Start time: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time: 1:00 pm
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent: N/A
Type: circular
Walk participants should make their own travel arrangements. Those who are car sharing usually arrange to meet at Livingston North Train Station car park (Glasgow side).
When arriving on Holy island, please park in Chare Ends car park and meet at the south end of the car park.
Note that parking per car is £9 for 5 hours and £10.50 for 24 hours.
There are no toilets in Chare Ends car park. The public toilets on the island are in the coach/disabled car park in Green Lane. The only other toilets are in the cafes etc. Walk participants may wish to stop on the journey for coffee/toilets at 'The Barn at Beale' café which is on the mainland on the way to the causeway.
In planning this walk, the tide times have been taken into account as the island is only accessible at low tide. Therefore it is important to allow plenty of travel time. The journey from Livingston to Holy Island takes around 2 hours but there may be queues on the causeway as well as other delays.
Please note that in the event of bad weather, the walk may be rescheduled to Sunday 26 July.
Starting point
Grid reference: NU 12603 42324
Nearest postcode: TD15 2SE
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Start time: 10:00 am
Chare Ends car park, Holy Island.
Meeting point for car share
08.00 am Livingston North train station, Glasgow side
If you can offer a lift or if you would like a lift please contact Anne 07597633713. Estimated cost £45 per car plus parking charge.
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