![]() What seems like a distant sea can suddenly be upon you, which can be disconcerting if you are half a mile from land. It’s tempting to walk on them further and further, but unless you know the tide is receding, be careful not to get caught out on the mud flats by the rising tide. The beaches on Holy Island are beautiful and when the sea retreats, the mud flats go on a very long distance into the sea.It’s difficult to get lost here, but if you get into serious difficulty (for example, if you’re injured), dial 999 and ask for the coastguard. You are on an Island, so if you think you’re lost, try to walk in one direction until you reach the sea, and then walk along the coast until you reach the causeway or the village.Some helpful rules for all our Holy Island walks The trick is to plan to arrive before the tide comes in (so everyone has to leave and you have the island to yourself), or to stay the night in Holy Island accommodation, thus not having to worry about leaving before the next tide. The best beaches are often deserted, because of the above well-trodden tourist trail. There are roe deer and seals, fantastic bird-life and astonishing sunsets. Those in the know, however, appreciate how much more Holy Island has to offer, from stunning beaches to majestic dunes. ![]() Then they might have a coffee and a bite to eat in the village, buy some fudge and mead and hurry back to their cars, to leave the Island before the tide comes in. In fact, we see them walk past our guesthouse to the Castle and Priory. Many visitors to Holy Island (Lindisfarne) do not venture beyond the village and the path out to the castle.
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