Solar panels are installed at Lindisfarne Castle
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The castle was originally a Tudor fort and part of the national defence for three centuries
Lindisfarne Castle on Holy Island has had 48 solar panels fitted on its roof to help reduce its electricity bill.
It is hoped the panels will generate about 10,000 KWh-a-year for the site in Northumberland, which is cared for by the National Trust.
A trust spokesperson said this method could reduce the charity's electricity bills by approximately 10%, saving 5.2 tonnes of CO2 annually.
The panels cost £45,000 and took two years to install.
Simon Lee, Property Manager at Lindisfarne Castle said: "The National Trust is committed to reducing its environmental footprint and the installation of Lindisfarne Castle's solar panels is a huge step in the right direction.
"The installation design has taken into account the aesthetics and historical importance of the building by ensuring that there will be no weight or direct contact of the panels or frame on the roof itself."