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Carrick‑a‑Rede Rope Bridge is a dramatic coastal landmark on the Antrim coast of Northern Ireland, where a narrow suspension bridge links the mainland to the small island of Carrick‑a‑Rede, 30 metres above the Atlantic Ocean. Originally built by salmon fishermen in 1755, the bridge has become an iconic symbol of Northern Ireland’s rugged Causeway Coast, blending natural spectacle with living maritime heritage. The site sits within a UNESCO World Heritage‑listed coastal landscape, offering sweeping views of Rathlin Island, the Scottish coast, and pounding ocean swell. The best time to visit is late spring to early autumn (May–September), when daylight is long, sea conditions are generally calmer, and the National Trust typically keeps the bridge open daily.
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