Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge

About this place

The Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge (locally pronounced carrick-a-reed) is a rope bridge near Ballintoy in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The bridge links the mainland to the tiny island of Carrickarede (from Irish Carraig a' Ráid, meaning 'rock of the casting'). It spans 20 metres (66 ft) and is 30 metres (98 ft) above the rocks below. The bridge is mainly a tourist attraction and is owned and maintained by the National Trust. In 2018, the bridge had 485,736 visitors. Since 2009, the bridge has been open all year round (subject to weather) and people may cross it for a £14 to £15 (adult) fee.

Visitor Information

Dogs

Not allowed

Getting There & Parking

Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge is located in County Antrim, roughly 97 km (1h 25m drive) from Belfast and 269 km (3h 55m) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 665 m away (Free). Nearby highlights within a short drive include Renly's Camp in the Stormlands (1.2 km away).