Category Archives: Celtic ‘saints’

Northumbrian bible from 8th century (by Rob)

Posted on October 1, 2010 by Kate

If I mention the Lindisfarne Gospels in the north east of England, most people know what I am talking about. It is the beautifully illustrated book containing the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John which was made by the … Continue reading →

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St Brendan the Navigator

Posted on September 22, 2010 by Kate

In July 2010 Rob and I flew off on a great adventure, following Brendan! But we travelled the northern arc route in the secure comfort of modern aircraft from Newcastle upon Tyne; via Amsterdam to Portland Oregon. St. Brendan (Brendan … Continue reading →

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The Farne Islands

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Kate

Outer Farne. Longstone Lighthouse (the red & white striped one) was built in 1825 and first functioned on 15th February 1826. It was made famous by Grace Darling and her father, the lighthouse keeper, William Darling. On the night of the … Continue reading →

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St Oswald’s Way

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Kate

St Oswald’s Way is a long distance walking route, or Pilgrim Path, if you prefer, 97 miles through Northumberland, which used to be part of the ancient Kingdom of Northumbria. We were out walking recently and found ourselves on the … Continue reading →

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A short history of the Holy Island of Lindisfarne

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Kate

The island is half an hour’s drive from our home in Northumberland. Accessible twice a day either by the causeway or walking the ‘Pilgrim Path’ , pictured above, across the sands when the tide is out. The history of Holy … Continue reading →