ROADS: Within the village many of Holy
Island's streets do not have pavements. Very few businesses have
car parks sufficiently large for patrons, most do not have car
parks and share on-street parking with the villagers.
Tourists are advised not to drive into the village
except for business access or when seeking accommodation. All
drivers should proceed with caution, pedestrians with children
and animals will be encountered on all roads. Congestion soon
builds up and it is often much quicker (and far more
interesting!) to walk around the village than drive.
No Entry Roads: Vehicles other than
those belonging to residents or displaying disabled signs are not
permited to drive up to the castle. Those that do are warned that
this 'track' is narrow and is in frequent use by the Holy Island
minibus.
Other than the road to the mainland, all roads leading beyond the
village rapidly become undriveable - even for farm vehicles. Some
are private. All lead to dead-ends and turning-around can
become extremely difficult.
Beware of "Piri-Piri Burrs" when walking in the Dunes
and Links which are difficult to remove from animals and
clothing.
MAIN CAR PARK The main car park is
located on the left hand side of the road, immediately following
the very sharp zig-zag bend and just before the 30mph limit
signs. The car park is 'pay-and-display' with frequent checking
by Berwick-upon-Tweed operatives. Drivers are cautioned that
small vertical posts are used to mark out the parking bays. There
are no public toilets in this car park.
Prices: £6.00
COACH PARK Coach drivers should
proceed with caution into the village as far as the
Lindisfarne Hotel where the road veers sharply to the left and
narrows. The coach park is located at the bottom of the road, on
the left. It is not possible to proceed beyond this point and all
manouvreing must be carried out, with caution, within the car
park.
The Disabled may park here free.
TOILET FACILITIES The main public
conveniences are available in the coach park where facilities are
also available for the disabled. Between March and October,
toilets are also available, in a small toilet block, adjacent to
the village hall.
PILGRIMAGES etc.: Organisers of large groups visiting the Island
are requested to make arrangements for additional toilet
facilities.
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