As I was exploring Holy Island, the weather was dramatic to say the least. Bright spells of sunshine were interspersed with very heavy downpours that you could see coming from far away. I got thoroughly drenched a couple of times, though thankfully modern outdoor clothing soon dries out. The island is relatively flat so Lindisfarne Castle, built atop a volcanic plug, towers over the scene. That was my first place to visit, though I soon got distracted, hunting 'the best view' of it for a photo.
Looking back from the castle across the sheltered harbour inlet afforded an attractive view of the village, with the ruins of Lindisfarne Priory on the left. That was another casualty of Henry VIII's reforms, despite its long and significant history. Stone plundered from the ruined monastery was used to build the castle as well as some of the village houses. The castle was originally a small garrison built as a defence against the threat from Scottish raids.
Looking south from the beach near the castle, you could just see Bamburgh Castle on the horizon, illuminated occasionally in breaks in the storm clouds.
Dramatic weather for photos. I always think the light along that coast has a special quality, whatever the weather.
ReplyDeleteI love the shot of the castle with the flowers in the foreground. And what amazing skies!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos of weather with emotions of its own. And loved the second photo too!
ReplyDeleteLove the castle shot with the flowers in the foreground.
ReplyDeleteDramatic views.
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