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Holy Island. Reached only across a causeway at low tide so you will need to check the Tide Timetables before your visit. Nothing remains of the original monastery which was founded in the 7th century by St Aidan. Following its destruction by the Vikings in 793, it was 400 years before Lindisfarne was re-established as a Benedictine priory. This new priory was itself destroyed by Henry VIII in the 16th century and the stones were used to build Lindisfarne Castle. The dramatic "rainbow arch" over the nave of the priory still stands. The excellent Visitor Centre explains how the monks used to live on this wind-swept island. A selection of books and celtic jewellery is also on sale. Outside, the statue of St Aiden is a popular subject for visitors' photographs. Open (2003): Daily, all year, April - September 10:00am - 6:00pm, October10:00am - 5:00pm, November - March 10:00 - 4:00pm. Adults: £3.00 (2003). Tel: +44 (0)1289 - 389200. Partially accessible to visitors in wheelchairs. For more details about the Priory, please see English Heritage.
Experience the beauty of the Lindisfarne Gospels through a computer-based version of the book in an exhibition called "Turning the Pages", created by the British Library. The Heritage Centre also houses an exhibition of island life, its flora, land, people and the sea. Open all year, April - October 10:00am - 5:00pm, November - March 10:00 - 4:00pm. Adults: £2.50, U16 Free (2003) Tel:(01289) 389004. For more information, please see the Lindisfarne Heritage Centre Website. Modern artwork based on the calligraphy of the Gospels and other celtic inspired artwork is available from the Lindisfarne Sciptorium.
Market Place, Hexham. Founded by St Wilfrid in 674, the original Saxon church was (as many buildings of that time) constructed from stones taken from Hadrian's Wall. The crypt is all that remains of the original building and Roman inscriptions can still be seen on some of the stones. The present 12th Century Abbey remains Hexham's Parish church. Its treasures include the stone "Saint Wilfrid's Chair", reputedly the coronation seat for the Kings of Northumbria; and the grand Midnight Stair which once led to the canon's dormitory. There is a good Visitor Centre and shop and guided tours are also available. Open: Daily, all year June - Sept 09:30am - 7:00pm, October - May 09:30am -5:00pm. Admission donations only. (2003) Tel: +44 (0)1434 - 602031. Partially accessible to visitors in wheelchairs. For more details, please visit the Hexham Abbey Website.
Weldon Bridge, Off the B6344, between Morpeth and Rothbury. A deserted Augustinian Priory founded in 1135 and restored in the 19th Century in a lovely setting beside the River Coquet. Today it is one of the finest Gothic priory buildings in England. It is becoming an increasingly popular location for choral and organ recitals because of its superb acoustics, including an annual classical music festival, Brinkburn Summer Music. Visitors are also thrilled by a number of major pieces of stunning contemporary sculpture. In 1998 the Monk's House at Brinkburn was reopened for visitors. Open (2003): Daily, April - Sept, 10:00am - 6:00pm, October 10:00 - 5:00pm. Adults: £2.00 (2003). Tel: +44 (0)1665 - 570628. For more details about the Priory, please see English Heritage.