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

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Carrick-a-Rede - The north coast's only Dark Sky Discovery Site 

We're classified as a 'Dark Sky Discovery Site'

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Things to see and do

A view of Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge from the water

Carrick-a-Rede coastal walk 

Take a hike along some of Ireland's most stunning coastal trails - it also forms a section of the Ulster Way.

Picture shows fishing boat in foreground and rangers assembling crane in far distance

Re-constructing 'a little piece of local history' 

Read why the crane is an integral part of Carrick-a-Rede's history and legacy.

A family crossing Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge

There's so much to discover... 

Home to seabirds, basking sharks, dolphins and porpoises there's plenty of wildlife to spot here. Some of the best views are awarded to those brave enough to take on the rope bridge.

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What's on

Upcoming events

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Stargazing with Northern Ireland Amateur Astronomy Society (NIAAS)

Sat 15 Oct 2016
18:30-21:30
Did you know, on a clear night, you can see thousands of stars at Carrick-a-Rede? Low levels of light pollution and accessible well-maintained paths makes Carrick-a-Rede one of the best places to stargaze in the north of Ireland.
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Eating and shopping

A Carrick-a-Rede mug by Tracy Beattie

Treat yourself 

After a bracing coastal walk - and braving the rope bridge - you'll have worked up an appetite for a delicious treat in our Weighbridge Café. Don't forget to browse the gift section for a souvenir - the majority of our gifts and souvenirs are crafted by artists or producers from the UK or Ireland.

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History

Two salmon fishermen in their boat hauling up their nets, at Carrick-a-Rede, taken with a fish-eye lens

Fishing through the ages 

The rope bridge at Carrick-a-Rede was first erected by fishermen more than 350 years ago. They fished for Atlantic salmon and for a long time a flourishing industry marked this place.

A bird's eye view of the rope bridge and salmon fishery

Keeping tradition alive 

A superb restoration project has helped preserve the heritage of a 400-year-old Salmon Fishery at Carrick-a-Rede.

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Groups

Visitors crossing the rope bridge with the sea in the background

The perfect place to bring your group 

We have a wealth of things for groups to see and do on visits here, as well as exciting special interest tours.

Visit with your group
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