Lindisfarne Priory Audio Guide
Explore Lindisfarne Priory with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.
About the Tour
Lindisfarne Priory is a historic Grade I listed site located on Holy Island, formerly home to a community of monks. The site includes the ruins of the medieval priory, which was originally established in the 7th century.
What you will hear
The Norman West Front
Focusing on the 11th-century reconstruction and the impressive Romanesque entrance that greeted medieval pilgrims.
The Norman West Front
The grand entrance of the priory church features the bold, geometric carvings that defined Norman architecture and greeted medieval pilgrims after their long journey across the sands.
Gateway to the Sacred
This threshold offers a clear view through the heart of the ruins, aligning perfectly with the famous archway that once supported the central tower.
The Nave and Romanesque Columns
Exploring the interior of the priory church, highlighting the massive columns that mirror those found in Durham Cathedral.
The Weathered Columns
These massive columns bear faint geometric patterns that were once bold decorations designed to guide the eyes of medieval pilgrims toward the high altar.
The Viking Raider Stone
The 793 AD Viking raid marked the beginning of the Viking Age in Europe; this stone commemorates that shock to the Christian world.
Viking Raider Doomsday Stone
This 9th-century grave marker captures the terror of the first Viking raid on Lindisfarne in 793 AD, an event that changed the course of European history.
The Journey of St Cuthbert
Inside St Mary's Church, this modern sculpture tells the story of the monks carrying Cuthbert's body to escape Danish invaders.
The Journey of St Cuthbert
Inside the church, a modern sculpture depicts a pivotal moment in 875 AD when monks fled the island, carrying the coffin of Saint Cuthbert to safety.
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