This unique island a mile off the mainland in the North Sea is cut off twice a day by fast, incoming tides. It is therefore absolutely essential that you check the below timetable before you visit.
Remember to allow plenty of time to cross and never risk crossing outside the tide times. The Holy Island tide times in this table apply to the road and adjacent path causeway only. The drive across the causeway is beautiful, so ensure that you travel safely and enjoy the drive.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES:
The times provided are for those people who wish to use the Lindisfarne Causeway ROAD to access (or return from) Holy island. The times should be treated with caution, as local weather conditions (such as high wind) can change them. Always allow 30 minutes extra time to compensate for these variables.
There is also a marked WALKING ROUTE OVER THE SANDS/MUD, however THESE TIMES DO NOT APPLY TO IT. If you intend to use this route, please do it during daylight hours with someone who has local knowledge and NEVER CROSS DURING A RISING TIDE. You should therefore aim to have completed this walk BEFORE the mid-point of the safe-to-cross time period.
These times are given in good faith, but Northumberland County Council can accept no responsibility for decisions taken on the basis of any inaccuracies.