Thursday 30th June, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. The walk is run as part of the Northumberland Coast AONB series of geo-diversity walks.
Walk summary: The Holy Island of Lindisfarne is a place of transition. It is at the edge of the sea and twice every 24 hours is transformed into an island by the incoming tide. Its remoteness was its appeal for the monks of Lindisfarne giving seclusion and spiritual connection. The geology too can be explored by looking at transitions, passing across the boundary between one rock type to another and exploring what this tells us. Amongst other things we will explore what is the most northerly outcrop of the Whin Sill as it cracks and bakes the Carboniferous sedimentary rocks around it. The Whin Sill is the locking piece that secured the existence of Lindisfarne and defines the landform of the island providing a location for the castle and the lookout tower.
Do I need to book? This event has to be booked in advance. The walk costs £10 for each adult (children free). The walk will be limted to 20 people. To book a place on this walk please This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with your name and telephone number and I will send you bank details for Northumbrian Earth. Once you have made the payment I will confrm your place. If you aren't able to come on the walk for whatever reason please let me know, send me your bank details and I will refund the cost of the walk. Refunds will only be given if you get in touch prior to the walk.
Where do we meet? We meet at the Window on Wild Lindisfarne, on the left of the path towards the Castle. Grid reference NU129419.
How long is the walk? This walk will be approximately 4km and may involve some scrambling across beach rocks. Strong boots are recommended and some may find walking poles helpful.
What else do I need to know? Full details will be sent out on email to everyone who books.