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Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge

Ballintoy, Northern Ireland

Swaying rope bridge 30m above the Atlantic to a tiny island once used by salmon fishermen, with views to Scotland.

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Mooch tip Ballintoy Harbour (Game of Thrones' Iron Islands) is nearby.

Visiting

Opening times
10am-4pm in winter (last admission 2:30pm); closed 24-26 Dec; closes in high winds
How long to allow
1.5 hours
Best time to go
Calm mornings
Accessibility
Steep steps to the bridge

Getting there

Address
119a White Park Road, Ballintoy, BT54 6LS
Parking
Included with ticket
Nearest station
Coleraine then Causeway Rambler bus (seasonal)

Places to stay near Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge

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