The historic island lies just off the Northeast corner of England just below Berwick-upon-Tweed. Lindisfarne is a tidal island and is reachable via a paved causeway when the North Sea tides permit. Climatic charts indicate that Holy Island, on average, is one of the driest parts of the country. It is a rain-shadow area - but it still does rain sometimes! Locally the island is rarely referred to by its Anglo-Saxon name of 'Lindisfarne'. Following on from that murderous and bloodthirsty attack on the monastery by the Vikings in 793AD, it obtained its local name from the observations made by the Durham monks: 'Lindisfarne - truly a 'Holy Island' baptised in the blood of so many good men.... But its more appropriate title is, 'The Holy Island of Lindisfarne' Sited atop the volcanic mound known as Beblowe Craig, Lindisfarne Castle is one of the most distinct and picturesque features of the Island and can be seen for many miles around. Following the dissolution of the monasteries by Henry VIII, the Castle was built in the 1550's using stones from the demolished Priory. In 1901, Edward Hudson (founder of Country Life magazine) negotiated its purchase from the Crown and in 1902 Sir Edwin Lutyens (the well-known architect) began the conversion to create the Edwardian country house you see today. The Walled Garden (originally the Fort's vegetable garden but re-designed by Gertrude Jekyll in 1911 as part of the conversion) lies to the north of the castle some 500m away. Her plans were recreated by the National Trust and planted for the 2003 season. Lindisfarne Castle - National Trust (holy-island.info) The Holy Island has some of the most beautiful sunsets and rises I have ever seen! Lindisfarne Priory on Holy Island was one of the most important centres of early Christianity in Anglo-Saxon England. It is still a place of pilgrimage today, the dramatic approach across the causeway adding to the fascination of the site. St Aidan founded the monastery in AD 635, but St Cuthbert, prior of Lindisfarne, is the most celebrated of the priory's holy men - Buried in the priory. From the end of the 8th century, the isolated island with its rich monastery was easy prey for Viking raiders. In 875 the monks left, carrying Cuthbert's remains, which after long wanderings were enshrined in Durham Cathedral in 1104, where they still rest. Only after that time did Durham monks re-establish a priory on Lindisfarne: the evocative ruins of the richly decorated priory church they built in c. 1150 still stand, with their famous 'rainbow arch' - a vault-rib of the now vanished crossing tower. The small community lived quietly on Holy Island until the suppression of the monastery in 1537. Twice each day the tide sweeps in from the North Sea and covers the road. Tide times and heights can be accurately predicted from the phases of the Moon. Severe weather can produce offsets, particularly with strong winds from the North and Northeast. The causeway crossing times are forecasted 'safe' crossing times. Nevertheless, travellers should remain vigilant if crossing near the extremities. Crossing Times Holy Island Causeway Crossing and Lindisfarne Centre, Lindisfarne Castle & Priory Opening Times for 2021 (holy-island.info) Map & Directions More Information & References The Holy Island of Lindisfarne

Award winning, limited edition, ethical textiles, a year in the making Laura's Loom aim to create the highest quality products from British wool. Keeping it local, maintaining traceable provenance, and giving back to their local community. Laura at her studio Laura first learned to weave in the USA while working in Boston, MA. Laura's first loom, which she still use, was a Harrisville 50″ wide 8-shaft floor loom. "it feels like an extension of myself - I love weaving on it" she says. The loom has travelled with her to Europe and now to England where she lives and work in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. "Following a desire to create something beautiful from top quality Yorkshire Dales wool, I began to source fleece from local farms in 2008." This new venture has taken Laura’s Loom into the realm of production weaving, working with small manufacturers across the north of England and into the Scottish Borders to create limited edition collections of British wool throws and scarves. Laura oversee the entire process, each year collecting bags of fleece from a dozen farms in the Yorkshire Dales and Cumbria, with the occasional addition of fleece from the far-flung outposts of Knoydart and Shetland. She sorts the wool in her back yard from there it is sent to Bradford for scouring. Laura's yarn is spun in West Yorkshire, dyed and woven in Langholm, and sent to cloth finishing mills in Galashiels and Huddersfield. All of the initial design and sampling is done by Laura, by hand, on her American Harrisville 8-shaft floor loom in her Yorkshire Dales studio. The Yorkshire Howgills Laura's enduring inspiration is the landscape, perhaps most especially the Howgills at the western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, where she lives and works. Her choice of colours is influenced by the ever changing light on the fells which surround her home, throughout the seasons and throughout the year. Laura's designs aim to reflect the interplay of those colours as well as the hand of man in the mile upon mile of iconic drystone walls. "Weaving never gets old. It’s been around for millenia and will be for many more." A few of our most loved wool blankets from Laura's Loom To discover more about Laura's Loom please visit her website and online shop. You can click on the links below. About Laura's Loom - Laura's Loom Products - Laura's Loom Laura's Loom - British Wool, British Made Laura's Loom Social Media Laura's Loom (@laura_s_loom) • Instagram photos and videos Laura's Loom | Facebook Pinterest

Bous Candles and Home Fragrance is based on the fringes of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria. Bous brand all began a few years ago on the kitchen table when Kate was working as a lingerie designer. She wanted beautiful smelling candles with no nasties all she could find to buy were candles that smelled very synthetic or had a strange 'nag' to them. So Kate decided to have a go at making them, mixing different essential oils together, making real scent profiles that have base notes, heart notes and top notes "just like wine tasting" says Kate! Kate's inspiration for the scents all come from stories and travels which she try's to retell through scent notes. She believes that scent is nostalgic, whether it takes you on a olfactory journey of bringing back memories or helping to create new ones. Even though we love them all! Here are a few of our favourite's … Paint Tin Plastic Free Aromatherapy Candle Kate has turned these fab artist paint tins into candles. They are fully recyclable as they are made from aluminium. The wax is soy, the scents are made from essential oils, the wicks made from wood. Pop the top with a ten pence piece to open them. They are cruelty free and vegan. Each scent is developed in house using carefully selected essential oils to take you on a journey. Hand Poured Soy Candle with Wooden Wick - Extra Large This is part of Bous natural, 'no-nasties', aromatherapy range, large in size it has a burn time of approximately 100 hours. Made using totally natural ingredients including soy wax, lashings of essential oils and features a very special wavy wooden wick to give your room a spa feel without emitting harmful chemicals into your environment. essential oils hand poured and small batch to keep our quality high natural ingredients including eco soy wax wooden wick which softly crackles giving a multi sensory experience Each candle comes with a screw top lid which helps to preserve the scent and keep dust out. and afterwards.... Bous suggest reusing the jar for a plant pot, or storing dry herbs. Alternatively you can recycle it at your local facilities. Why not explore Bous Candles online shop and treat yourself or someone special to one of Kates fabulous fragrance's. Click the link below... and don't forget tag and to share your favourite scents with us and Bous on social media, we would love to hear from you. Collections – Bous Candles and Home Fragrance (bouslife.co.uk) Lake District Candles & Melts (@bouscandles) • Instagram photos and videos Hermes & Hestia (@hermesandhestia) • Instagram photos and videos

The Treehouse has panoramic views from the coast to the south east – to the Pennines to the south-west. This exciting contemporary building sleeps two in great privacy and style and is a luxurious base for a Northumbrian holiday with a difference; every last detail of this exquisite building has been finished to the highest standard. This exciting building, clad in burnt Siberian larch, stands high on rusting Corten steel columns with large mirror glass windows. From the super king-size bed one can open the electric curtains and see 50 miles to the south – the views are breath-taking. As with all the properties at Beacon Hill it is a short walk to the fabulous Spa facilities. There is nothing quite like this anywhere in Northumberland – it is a perfect place for a honeymoon or a special birthday. Location Book Treehouse Booking - Beacon Hill Farm Luxury Holiday Cottages In Northumberland | Beacon Hill Farm

Bluegrass, Ryegrass and Foxtail, are three luxurious Shepherd’s Hut hideaways, each offer an idyllic haven for a self-catering, glamping-style holiday for two in the beautiful Northumberland. Located in a south-facing wildflower meadow, these perfect hideaways have been built to a superb standard. They are 30 feet long, and have three rooms and westerly-facing terraces. They are just a short stroll from the on-site Spa – you can even walk there in your slippers! The 360 acre estate has a 40-acre, semi-ancient beech wood, a beautiful lake and magical views, with many lovely walks from your door. Bluegrass, Ryegrass and Foxtail may be styled as shepherd’s huts, but they still designed for modern living, with electricity, full central heating and mains drainage. They are lovely and warm, and suitable for all-year-round use. The location is absolutely stunning – the Hideaways have got the best site on Beacon Hill and each Hideaway has privacy and a great view. They all offer exactly the same quality of comfort and fitting. The living area has a combined microwave / oven, halogen hob, fridge, Belfast sink, and masses of utensils – everything is provided. There is good Wi-Fi, a Bose Bluetooth speaker for use with your own smart phone or tablet, and a digital radio. The living area has a combined microwave / oven, halogen hob, fridge, Belfast sink, and masses of utensils – everything is provided. There is good Wi-Fi, a Bose Bluetooth speaker for use with your own smart phone or tablet, and a digital radio. The bedroom has a luxurious 5-foot bed and a Smart TV. From your bed, you can look through a large window towards the beech woods and across the fields to the Northumberland coast eight miles away. An adjoining bathroom has a shower, loo and basin. Heating and hot water are provided by a gas boiler and radiators, and there is also a log-burning stove. A bottle of wine, flowers, cake, milk and some essentials are provided as a welcome gift. Logs and kindling are included and outside each hut there is a barbecue / fire-pit. The Hideaways are available for two and three night weekend breaks or two and four night midweek breaks – or why not stay for a week? The location is glorious and the Salon and Spa facilities are a short walk away through the gardens! You can access prices and availability for this property on-line and, if the dates you require are available, you can book on-line instantly. Alternatively, you can call 07802 517121 Bookings - Beacon Hill Farm Location Luxury Holiday Cottages In Northumberland | Beacon Hill Farm

Hergest Lee cabin was designed to mirror the curves of Hanter Hill opposite, sitting harmoniously within the rural Welsh landscape. The cabin was designed and built by the owner Paul Gent, he also hand crafted all the fitted elements within the cabin, from the kitchen units and cupboards to the staircase, all joinery, floating bed and bathroom unit to create a continuity of style and tone. A feeling of space has been created in a relatively small footprint by the use of high ceilings and the blurring of wall and ceiling through the curved timber form. The use of vertical lines in the floating staircase extend the space and draw the eye upward. The sharpness of the apertures is a contrast against the soft curves of the cabin adding an air of modernity to the structure. The use of modular boxes features throughout the cabin, from the bespoke kitchen units to the shelving and cupboards in the bedroom, the fold away table in the kitchen allows flexibility within the space with pull out box stools that slot neatly under the table. ​ "I was inspired by Frank Gehry, I'm interested in natural forms within a modern aesthetic" - Says Paul ​ There is a predominantly Mid Century feel to the interior design with the simple lines of Ercol 203 chairs and the soft leather of the Stouby sofa, with some eccentric additions sourced from local artists and antique fairs.The colour palette is a muted shade of greys, browns and blues taking inspiration from Edwardian drawing rooms. ​ We are happy to hear that lots of thought and planning went into the environmental considerations when designing Hergest Lee. It has a continuous insulation layer to avoid thermal bridging and is wrapped in a breathable membrane to virtually eliminate draughts allowing the structure to breathe. Made using cedar from a local Welsh sawmill and using polystyrene instead of polyisocyanurate board (Kingspan, Celotex) due to its considerably lower environmental impact. All paints, wood stains and varnishes are natural and breathable. It’s heated using infrared panels which are 40% more efficient than other forms of electrical heating. hergest.accomodation@gmail.com Home | Hergest Lee | Cabin | Self Catering Powys | Cabin for Sale (hergest-lee.com)

It was probably around 1991. I’m a 10 year old kid, on another weekend outing to The Lakes with my father. As always we headed to the waters edge in Keswick. I’d feed the ducks while my dad would stand and watch. I’d explore a little, as I often did, taking in my surroundings, the noise of the birds and the children’s fearful screams of being chased by yet another goose after more free food. This day though was different. I sat a while on the jetty’s edge, watching the rowing boats going out with tourists, and I remember it clearly, amongst the many trips we’d have there. A small A5 sketchbook and set of Derwent Colouring pencils. Sitting alone on the wooden pathway. I couldn’t see anyone who looked like they may own them but I stared at it a while trying to pluck up the courage to look in it. Fearful of being told off by its owner for being nosy, but I waited a while just incase. My curiosity though getting the better of me, probably only five minutes in and I picked it up and browsed the pages filled with gentle studies of water and fells. I felt this incredible sense of that’s what I want to be. I want to do that. I want to grow up to be the type of person that sits in the lakes and sketches views. I want to be an artist. I’m thirty years on from that day, but writing about it now, I can still see that inquisitive kid, full of wonder at what could be. I can still feel the emotion behind that moment, although I certainly wasn’t self aware enough to realise it at the time, I am now. I see how everything I’ve been through in my life has brought me to this point, and only just, heading into my fortieth year am I able to sit proudly and say, I did it. I did it in my terms too, in my own way. As an Artist, I want to create work that speaks to not only me but others too. That is soul led and full of the emotions I feel when out in the fells. Just like that day as a 10 year old browsing another’s work. It gave me my first glimpse of what could be. The life long fascination with the way humans are connected to nature. That we are indeed part of this beautiful planet, and feel things on a deeper level than we accept sometimes. My work is an expression of that. It’s inspired by the sense of freedom I get when I’m out on a hike, the stillness of an early morning by the water or the exhilaration of the Cumbrian weather in full force when you reach the summit of a wainwright. I never tire of driving those same roads. The steep drive up Kirkstone Pass watching the clouds sweep in over red screes or finding you’re the first one to the bay by Ullswater and get to enjoy that view alone, for just a moment before the families appear and the tourists take that space, ready for their time to take a little bit of what the Lake has to offer. Over the years it’s built up a bucket load of inspiration in me, and is forever my go to place to breathe. I owe my desire to be an artist to that sketchbook on the Jetty. Although I’m pretty sure my instinct to be one was always there, and would still be regardless, yet that pivotal moment back in 1991 I’m grateful for. It’s that one point I go back to often, to remind myself of how art could make someone feel things, to explain emotions that they cant find the words for and evoke a memory of a time well spent, in the mountains & wilds of our beautiful National Park. Sketchbook on the Jetty. By Victoria Feather & Wild Feather & Wild (featherandwild.co.uk) Lake District Art (@featherandwild) • Instagram photos and videos Pinterest Twitter

When Fire runs through your veins the call of the forge is an obvious career path – and when your home environment is your passion you have a unique set of conditions to inspire allowing you to fashion creations of function and beauty. And so it is with Steve Hicks – ​ A true Blacksmith and creative artisan with his forge and studio overlooking Lake Windermere it’s not hard to understand his inspiration for creating unique pieces. Ranging from domestic tables and chairs either built to his design or fashioned to your requirements, through to commercial works such as railings and gates, Steve Hicks offers true craftsmanship. Steve’s work combines his skill at the forge, with the careful selection of local hand hewn timber which he marries together - producing unique pieces to grace any room or location. He will often be led by the beauty of a particular piece of wood and weave a design from its form. Regularly commissioned to create unique pieces for home, restaurants, hotels and offices, he can deliver pieces to suit. He works closely with his clients to fully understand their needs and shares with them his approach and understanding. Ornate and commercial structural work have regularly been commissioned for period and specialist projects over his thirty years as a traditional local blacksmith, which he still is today. BESPOKE FURNISHINGS & STUDIO Bespoke creations hand made in the English Lake District by Steve Hicks. Unique creations can be ordered to your exact design and requirements please contact Steve for more information. Why not pop into the studio nestled between Orrest Head and the edge of Elleray Wood with the backdrop of the Lakeland fells and see for yourself samples of his work or call to discuss ideas that you may have for a commission. Steve Hicks | Iron Craft | Windermere | Lake District

Eigg – an island grouped within the Inner Hebrides is to be found about halfway up the west coast of Scotland, a ferry ride from the mainland ports of Mallaig and Arisaig. The island is small, about 5 miles by 3.5 miles but what it lacks in size it certainly more than makes up for in beauty. The word that you’ll hear regularly on the island is the Sgurr or An Sgurr is the huge pitchstone rock that dominates the island, it was created as a result of a volcanic flow that was forced along a river bed between land masses that eventually fell away and left the only peak on the island. The islands name Eigg was taken from an old Norse word for Notch or Wedge which refers to the shape of the Sgurr. With over 100 permanent residents on the island, a vibrant population welcomes visitors, there’s a flourishing artistic community on the island with many musicians and crafts folk calling Eigg home. There are regular concerts, ceilidhs and workshops to attend so check the islands tourist board website for information on dates and times. Amazingly the island has turned to solar wind and water power to generate all of its own renewable energy turning its back on fossil fuels. It owns and manages its own electricity production, truly impressive. The attraction of course is the island itself, its clean white sandy beaches, the lure of the Sgurr offering some of the best views in Scotland. Despite its beauty the island attracts on a small numbers of tourists and consequently there is always solitude to be found, even on such a small island. Accommodation is good for travellers but should be booked in advance. A reason many visitors go to Eigg is to see the abundant wildlife, birds such as kestrels, falcons, owls and even golden eagles, just a few of the 212 bird species that call Eigg home. The coastline offers the chance to see otters, seals, dolphins and Minke whales. The allure of the island is certainly in its serenity but the belies its bloody and violent history, something that the islanders will readily inform you of. There is of course a long history with its Scandinavian neighbours reaching back over 8000 years. Its more recent history has a mixed degree of success with aborted attempts to popularise the island failing and driving down inhabitant numbers as low as 39. Thankfully that trend was arrested and the island is now flourishing again. The journey by train from Glasgow to the mainland port of Mallaig is a five and a half hour journey and is claimed to be one of the most scenic railway journeys in the world. In fact the journey includes crossing the stunning Glenfinnan viaduct made famous in the Harry Potter films. How you can support Eigg Whether you’re interested in Eigg’s cultural or natural heritage or in supporting any of the development projects which help retain and grow our population, any donation you make helps enormously and is hugely appreciated. For more information please visit: Support Eigg - The Isle of Eigg Map

Malham Cove is a large curved limestone formation 0.6 miles north of the village of Malham, North Yorkshire, England. It was formed by a waterfall carrying meltwater from glaciers at the end of the last Ice Age more than 12,000 years ago. Today it is a well-known beauty spot within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The waterfall is now in fact dry but occasionally, in extreme weather water can be seen cascading over it. At the southern end of the Dales is the remarkable 80 ft limestone cliff of Malham is a highlight of the Pennine Way. Popular with climbers, this natural rock formation boasts a remarkable feature, a limestone pavement, a large area of limestone that over the millennia has eroded in lines to create a criss-cross of limestone slabs – the slabs are called Clints and the spaces between them are called Grykes. The pavement is well worth visiting but be careful of your footing. Map

The iconic Lagangarbh Hut under the foothills of the Buachaille Etiv Mor mountain range is the only building in the vicinity of Buachaille Etive Mor and sits adjacent to the River Coupall. Lagangarbh Hut, popularly referred to as a cottage and was once thought to be a crofting home. Since 1946, the hut has been maintained by the Scottish Mountaineering Club and owned by the National Trust of Scotland. who make it available to hire as accommodation; up to 30 people can be accommodated. Inside, the hut remains largely traditional and has the local Ballachulish slate roofing and was extensively renovated in 1994. Parking for the hut depends on the state of the track leading off south from the A82 at Altnafeadh. If this track is not navigable by car, park in the layby on the opposite (north) side of the A82. Follow the track to the River Coupall, take the footbridge and follow the subsequent path -briefly- to the hut. Map Reference and booking Scottish Mountaineering Club (smc.org.uk)

Derwentwater is one of the principal bodies of water in the Lake District National Park in north west England. It lies wholly within the Borough of Allerdale, in the county of Cumbria. The lake occupies part of Borrowdale and lies immediately south of the town of Keswick. It is both fed and drained by the River Derwent. It measures approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) long by 1 mile (1.6 km) wide and is some 72 feet (22 m) deep. There are several islands within the lake, one of which is inhabited. Derwent Island House, an 18th-century residence, is a tenanted property open to the public on five days each year. Derwentwater is a place of considerable scenic value. It is surrounded by fells, and many of the slopes facing Derwentwater are extensively wooded. A regular passenger launch operates on the lake, taking passengers between various landing stages. There are seven lakeside marinas, the most popular stops being Keswick, Portinscale and the Lodore Falls, from which boats may be hired. Recreational walking is a major tourist activity in the area and there is an extensive network of footpaths in the hills and woods surrounding the lake. There are numerous islands in Derwentwater, the largest being Derwent Island, Lord's Island, St Herbert's Island, Rampsholme Island, Park Neb, Otter Island, and Otterbield Island. St. Herbert's Island is named after a 7th century hermit priest; Herbert of Derwentwater. The Centenary Stone, Derwent Water Andesite (Borrowdale Glacial Boulder) 110 x 140 x 130 cm 110 x 140 x 90 cm On the shore of the lake between Calf Close Bay and Broomhill Point there is a sculpture by Peter Randall-Page, Commissioned by the National Trust in its Centenary Year supported by the National Trust’s Foundation for Art, Northern County Council and National Trust Centres Associations. Sculpture is situated on the shore of Derwent water between Calf Close Bay and Broomhill Point looking across to Brandlehow, near Keswick, The lake District, Cumbria. It was made from a large boulder of volcanic Borrowdale stone (andesite), sawn in half with each face carved into ten segments in a fan arrangement. Depending on the water level of the lake it may be semi or even fully submerged. Map References Derwentwater - Wikipedia Hundred Year Stone - Peter Randall-Page (peterrandall-page.com)