Lindisfarne Castle
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About this location
Lindisfarne Castle is a 16th-century castle located on Holy Island, near Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, England, much altered by Sir Edwin Lutyens in 1901. This heritage property has drawn film and television productions seeking period-appropriate settings. The combination of architectural character, formal and restricted visitor numbers makes it manageable for controlled shoots. Location managers planning UK shoots will find Lindisfarne Castle on Wikidata’s registry of documented filming locations, with a track record that spans multiple genres. Permit requirements, day rates, and exclusivity windows should be confirmed directly with the venue or relevant public body before committing to schedule. The property sits within a managed estate where filming activity is carefully scheduled around conservation requirements and existing visitor programmes. Production teams should factor heritage access restrictions into their location planning.
Access notes
- Parking
- On-site parking available — confirm crew-vehicle capacity with the venue.
- Loading access
- Loading access not listed. Confirm access points, door widths, and lift availability with the venue before the day.
- Public transit
- unknown has mainline rail and regional bus connections. Check the nearest station and allow for equipment on-foot from transit.
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Access process
National Trust
The National Trust has a central commercial filming and photography team that handles enquiries across all 500+ properties. Location fees fund conservation.
- Lead time
- 8 weeks minimum; 3+ months for major interiors.
- Fees
- Day rates set per property and per shoot scale — typically £500–£5,000+ for full crew access. Student and charitable reductions available.
- Crew size capped per property. Large shoots need dedicated agreement.
- No flash photography on historic interiors. No damage to fabric of any kind.
- Standard insurance requirement: £5m public liability minimum.
FAQ
- Do I need a permit to film at Lindisfarne Castle?
- Yes — filming on or around Lindisfarne Castle typically requires a permit. Allow roughly 5–10 working days lead time for most UK councils. Interior shoots on private property may also need owner consent.
- Is parking available at Lindisfarne Castle?
- On-site parking is available at Lindisfarne Castle. Capacity varies — confirm crew-vehicle numbers with the venue before the day.
- How much does it cost to film at Lindisfarne Castle?
- Lindisfarne Castle sits in the £££ band. Typical UK film-location day rates range from under £200 for simple interior shoots to well over £1,000 for period properties and landmark venues. Confirm with the venue directly.
- What crew size is suitable for Lindisfarne Castle?
- Lindisfarne Castle can take a medium-sized crew of up to around 15 — most commercial, music-video, and short-form productions fit comfortably.
- Has anything been filmed at Lindisfarne Castle before?
- Lindisfarne Castle appears on Filmshoot's UK location index because it has a documented track record or strong characteristics for film and photography. Specific production credits aren't displayed unless publicly confirmed by the venue — ask the venue directly or check ScreenSkills and IMDb Locations for verified credits.
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