Northumberland Coast

Dunstanburgh Castle

The iconic remains of Dunstanburgh Castle, built on a remote headland of the Northumberland coast, are the feature of today’s photo. This medieval castle was besieged twice during the War of the Roses, and anyone who watched the BBC’s recent production of ‘The White Queen’ will be fully aware of the value of the northern forces to the Yorkist cause. Related articles Dunstanburgh Castle. (robsparkesphotography.wordpress.com) Dunstanburgh Castle by Sebastian Kraus (wallpaprs.wordpress.com) Northumberland coastal walk makes national Top 10 (thejournal.co.uk)

Ideas and Activities

Lindisfarne

While staying up north recently Mapsareus made a visit to Lindisfarne or Holy Island, just off the Northumberland coast. This tiny island which can only be reached by crossing the tidal causeway, has many attractions for those who like the quieter life. Mapsareus particularly enjoyed the bird watching and he took this photo of a Puffin with a mouth full of sand eels. The Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve is the winter home for many wildfowl and wading birds, making it a haven for the bird watchers among you. The island... Read More