![]() ![]() But they are distant enough to be distinctly their own people with their own cultures and traditions. They’re not that far away from Westeros when you look at the maps. The history and behind the scenes stuff says the Westeros and Essos peoples populated those continents but where did the Summer Islanders come from? The Summer Islands sort of are roughly analogous to Sub-Saharan Africa but being a islands based culture they have a lot in common with like South East Asia or the Pacific Islands. Where other fantasy ignores the concept or race and that human beings look different to each other, GRRM openly has different skinned people, dark skinned peoples, & more in his works. Berwick Tourist Information Centre has full details of both the tides and bus service to the island.While their characters number few compared to characters that originate from Westeros or Essos, I’ve been fascinated by the Summer Islands and their people. Plus, spot pale-bellied brent geese flying in from Svalbard (Spitsbergen) to spend the winter on Holy Island and grey seals bobbing in the waters and sunbathing on the sands.Ī word of caution: Be sure to check for safe crossing times on the causeway's notice board before journeying to Holy Island. Look out for wildfowl in the autumn and wading birds over winter on the reserve. ![]() Its island status protects tidal mudflats, saltmarshes and dunes which together form the Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve. Take things in your stride with a guided walk across the causeway, or take a look at Walks on Holy Island for some route ideas for exploring independently.Īs well as the wealth of history within its tidal walls, the Holy Island of Lindisfarne has an exciting array of wildlife. Holy Island remains a place of pilgrimage today, and is the final destination of long distance walking route and one of Scotland’s Great Trails, the St Cuthbert’s Way. Today, National Trust look after the castle so you can enjoy the fabulous architecture and the striking sea views. Based on the impeccable condition of the castle when it was discovered in 1901, it is thought that the military history here was a relatively quiet one. From around 1570 onwards, garrisons of soldiers were placed here to man weapons and keep their eyes on the horizon for potential trouble. Perched on a rocky plateau overlooking the island sits Lindisfarne Castle, which holds its own history predominantly marked by military defence. Ransacked by marauding Viking raiders in the 8th century, the evocative ruins of Lindisfarne Priory include the famous ‘rainbow bridge’ which spirals skywards with the ghost of a long-vanished tower. Cruise across the causeway and you’ll find the 12th century Lindisfarne Priory, the epicentre of Christianity in Anglo Saxon times and once the home of St Oswald. This place of worship, tranquillity and breath-taking beauty was the home of St Cuthbert, who allegedly held the power of spiritual healing. Always check safe crossing times before visiting Holy Island, as it becomes separated from the rest of the world and completely inaccessible twice a day. ![]() This pint-sized island holds pubs and cafés a-plenty, a coastal castle and an ancient priory that are all waiting to be discovered. ![]()
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