The Viking Attack on Lindisfarne

What was the Viking attack on Lindisfarne?

Lindisfarne is an island off the north-east coast of England. The monastery there was attacked by the Vikings in 793, starting a period of Viking raids on England.

When was the Viking attack on Lindisfarne?

The Viking attack on Lindisfarne took place in 793.

What happened in the Viking attack on Lindisfarne?

These are the main events of the Viking attack on Lindisfarne.

• ❖ The monastery at Lindisfarne was dedicated to St Cuthbert. People had donated gold and precious objects to the monks, in return for their prayers. The Vikings wanted to raid these treasures.
• ❖ It terrified the Saxons of England, who thought that the Vikings were a punishment sent by God.
• ❖ It was followed by many more raids on poorly-defended monasteries in England, especially those on the coast.