For the most up to date information contact George on 07904 800590 at least 24 hours before the preferred sailing time.
OUR TRIPS
All our Farne Islands boat trips sail from 1st April until 31st October.
Longstone Island
Exclusive to the Golden Gate. A guided tour inside Longstone Lighthouse, on the outermost of the Farne Islands the former home of the local heroine Grace Darling. Sail around the bird sanctuaries to view the wealth of seabirds which nest on Farne Islands and visit the Grey Seal Colony. We are the ONLY boat allowed to land on Longstone.
PLEASE NOTE THE LIGHTHOUSE MAY BE CLOSED DUE TO GOVERNMENT GUIDELINES DURING THE PANDEMIC
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(Includes a FREE landing) (Lighthouse entrance fee payable to Trinity House) (Lighthouse entry/tour optional) This tour lasts approximately 2hrs.
Inner Farne Bird Sanctuary
This National Trust island is the largest of the Farne Islands Group. It was here that St. Cuthbert died in 687 A.D. and there is a tiny chapel to be found on this island. The tour includes cruising around the islands to view the nesting seabirds and visiting the Grey Seal Colony. A landing will be made at Inner Farne and public toilet facilities are available.
(Landing fee payable to National Trust)
This tour lasts approximately 2.5 - 3hrs.
All Day Excursion
Advance Group Bookings only.This is most suitable for ornithologists, photographers and local history enthusiasts allowing more time for the expert to observe the birds closely. This excursion is usually a two island trip, landing on Staple and Inner Farne. However it can be adapted to include Longstone Island which has a free landing and includes a tour inside Grace Darling's Lighthouse.
(Landing by arrangement) This tour lasts 5.5 - 6hrs
PRICES
Prices for The Golden Gate Boat trips to the National Trust Farne Islands and Longstone Lighthouse are as follows:
INNER FARNE
Adults £30.00
Children under 12 £23.00
PLUS a £12:00 National Trust landing fee.
Enquire about a Family ticket by telephone or email
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LONGSTONE
Adults £25.00
Children under 12 £15.00
Children under 4 years of age and dogs travel free.
For prices for all day cruises, private charters and sunset cruises please ring us on 07432 138000 .
Please note we can only accept cash at the Harbour Booking Office.