Lindisfarne Castle is a striking coastal fortress perched on a rocky hill on Holy Island, off the northeast coast of England. Originally built in the 16th century during the reign of Henry VIII, the castle was designed as a defensive stronghold to guard against Scottish invasions and protect England’s northern coastline. Its rugged stone walls and elevated position give it a commanding presence over the surrounding sea and tidal causeway. After centuries of military use and periods of abandonmen

Around the year 700, the bishop Eadfrith wrote and painted the Lindisfarne Gospels completely by hand. Combining influences drawn from Irish, Germanic and Mediterranean cultures, it’s a stunning example of medieval art and book design. 1300 years later, the Lindisfarne Gospels stands as one of the world’s most celebrated manuscripts. Watch the full video here, presented by curator Eleanor Jackson 👉http://bit.ly/3G829Wf And explore the Lindisfarne Gospels further in Eleanor’s new book 📙 http://