I would never have associated the Holy Island of Lindisfarne with industry, but in the 19th century an existing site was developed and lime kilns, which replaced a previous operation, were built and began production. The lime stone came from quarries on the north side of the island.
It’s thought the burnt lime (quicklime) was used in agriculture to improve the fertility of the soil, for mortar and limewash in buildings and possibly in the of making soap, among other things. It was dangerous work and the lime could cause caustic burns, lung damage and even blindness if not handled very carefully.
These kilns are among the largest and best preserved of those scattered around Northumberland, and are classed as a Scheduled Ancient Monument. By the end of the 18th century the industry on the island was in decline, the lime from the mainland was transported quickly by train whereas the lime from Lindisfarne had to be transported by ship.
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I’d never heard of Lindisfarne before reading Terry’s post-apocalyptic series (I don’t get out much!!) so this post was fascinating. Thanks for sharing, Cathy x
Cathy, I learnt something new! As I usually do when you post your excellent photography about your wanderings out and about. Most require me to google the places to find out exactly where it is 🙂
Beautiful images Cathy and I did not realise there was industry on Lindisfarne either. Hope you are having a great day and much love to you and Finn :o) xxx
each photo is so elegance and bright – wonderful!!
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Thank you 🙂
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I’d never heard of Lindisfarne before reading Terry’s post-apocalyptic series (I don’t get out much!!) so this post was fascinating. Thanks for sharing, Cathy x
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Thanks, Shelley 🙂 Glad you enjoyed it x
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Cathy, I learnt something new! As I usually do when you post your excellent photography about your wanderings out and about. Most require me to google the places to find out exactly where it is 🙂
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I forgot I had these photos. They’re from a visit last year. Oops, sorry about that 😉
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No worries Cathy I still learnt about a new place 🙂
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Great post as always. A place I would really like to visit xx
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Thanks, Yvonne. Well worth a visit, if you can get there xx
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I’m always fascinated by stuff like this and as always, your pictures are amazing!
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Thanks, Eva 🙂
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Magnificent. Thanks for this lesson.
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Thank you, and you’re welcome 😉
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Beautiful images Cathy and I did not realise there was industry on Lindisfarne either. Hope you are having a great day and much love to you and Finn :o) xxx
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Thank you, Xenia 🙂 Much love to you, Eivor and Pearl xxx
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Thank you Cathy! ☺🐾💖🐾 xxx
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What a great post. I have just finished Terry Tyler’s UK2 and have been immersed in island life so it was lovely to see your Lindisfarne photos.
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Thanks so much, Mary. I’m just about to start reading UK2.
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I loved it. I wanted to make it last but couldn’t. I’ll be thinking about all those people for a long time, wondering how they are doing!
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That’s the sign of a great story.
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Fascinating how this good and hard work has stood the test of time. Love the photos. ❤ ❤ 🙂
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Thanks, Tess 🙂 x
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Wonderful photos, now I too am fascinated, I must visit. X
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Thanks, Adrienne. It’s a fabulous place x
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Your photos are fantastic and I really enjoyed your commentary on the lime industry on the island. 😊❤️❤️😊
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I love this place, so glad you enjoyed it, Michelle xx
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Amazing shots!
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Thank you 🙂
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