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Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge was first erected by salmon fishermen in 1755
Connected to the cliffs by a rope bridge across the Atlantic Ocean, Carrick-a-Rede
Island (home to a single building - a fisherman's cottage) is the final destination. Suspended almost 100ft
(30m) above sea level, the rope bridge was first erected by salmon fishermen 350 years ago
Timed tickets
Crossing the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is an exhilarating experience, high above the
water and open to the elements. Thousands of people come every year to blow out the cobwebs, see beautiful
coastal scenery, and spot rare wildlife. For these reasons, it’s a busy place and pre-booking is highly
recommended. We limit the number of people who can cross the bridge in any given hour. As a conservation charity
we are committed to preserving and protecting our special places and spaces for everyone to enjoy. This includes
protecting ongoing conservation, managing health and safety and trying to ease traffic congestion around the
site.
Admission charge
Visitors to the site who do not wish to cross the bridge can access the coastal pathways
and the viewpoint for free by foot. It is essential for visitors who wish to experience crossing the bridge to
pre-purchase a timed ticket. You can explore the island for as long as you like. Child tickets are valid for
ages 5-17 years.
What time should you book?
The timed ticket to cross the bridge is valid for 1 hour. The bridge is a 1km walk from
the car park, please allow enough time to reach the steps of the bridge for your crossing. The last arrival time
to collect your ticket from the ticket office is 15 minutes before the expiry time on the ticket. If you arrive
late we cannot honour your booking and you will not receive a refund.
Group Bookings
For groups of 15 or more please read our booking procedure here .
Accessibility
Read our full access statement here.
Contact
Tel: 028 2073 3335
