Lindisfarne Castle, Berwick-upon-Tweed, England
Record Id: 2070
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Brief description of site
Lindisfarne Castle is perched on a rocky island crag which is accessible only by causeway. It has an associated walled garden by Edwin Lutyens. Gertrude Jekyll carried out the planting plan which has been restored by the National Trust.
Brief history of site
Gertrude Jekyll carried out the planting plan for Edward Hudson in around 1911. Following research and archaeological excavation led by Michael Tooley in the 1970s, the garden layout, including paths, has been restored.
Location information:
Address: Holy Island, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2SH
Locality: Berwick-upon-Tweed
Local Authorities:
Northumberland; Holy Island
Historical County: Northumberland
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 75 | Grid Ref: | NU136418 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude: | 55.66952 | Longitude: | -1.78535 |
Key information:
Form of site: walled garden
Purpose of site: ornamental garden
Context or principal building: castle
Site first created: 1902 to 1912
Main period of development: Early 20th century
Survival: Part: standing remains
Site Size (Hectares): 0.5
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