Carrick-a-Rede

Picture shows the Game of Thrones signage at Larrybane Quarry — Larrybane Quarry depicted as a battlefield in 'Game of Thrones' on an interpretative panel

Wrap up warm and embrace the elements crossing the bridge in winter

The picture shows first steps taken on the rope bridge, looking down to the gorge below — Book now to experience the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge for yourself

Important notice -

We’re working hard to reopen many of our places where it is safe to do so, however Carrick-a-Rede is closed.

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge was first erected by salmon fishermen in 1755

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Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit

We’ve opened more than 100 gardens and parks in England and Northern Ireland through advanced booking. From Monday 6 July, we’re gradually opening gardens and parklands in Wales. Tickets are released on Friday for the following week. More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are open across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. All National Trust houses remain closed for now. Read this article to find out what's open and what to expect from your visit.

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History

Fishing through the ages

The rope bridge at Carrick-a-Rede was first erected by fishermen more than 250 years ago. They fished for Atlantic salmon and for a long time a flourishing industry marked this place.