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Amazing rope bridge at Carrick-a-Rede in North Antrim. See what it's like to walk across.

Today we’re visiting Carrick-a-rede rope bridge in the far north of County Antrim. And as we look out onto the Atlantic Ocean we can see Rathlin Island and even The Mull of Kintyre on a clear day. And the little land mass is Sheep Island. A lot of work goes into these videos. You can now buy me a pint as a means of appreciation for my work on Naked Ireland, no obligation, obviously - only if you can afford it... I appreciate it. Cheers. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/NakedIre... Next to the carpark there’s a nice little tearoom and gift shop, and just behind it you can see a rather interesting piece of WW2 fortification. For some that might be an attraction in itself. The car park is as close as you get to the bridge by car, so you have to be prepared for a walk. But, I say that as though it’s a bad thing. In fact, as you’ll see, this is one of the most amazing walks you’ll ever do. It’s 1 km from the carpark to the bridge, so it should be doable by most moderately fit people, but bear in mind that there’s quite a few changes in level meaning that you’ll have quite a lot of hills and steps the negotiate. And obviously if it’s 1 km there, it’ll be 1 km on the way back too! But the scenery is breathtaking. We are visiting in the month of Feb, so it’s not spring yet, but the light is amazing and even the ominous looking clouds look beautiful hanging above the dark ocean. For nature lovers there’s lots to see and the north Antrim coast has a particularly rich wildlife and nature habitat. There’s even a nice viewing platform along the way which you can use to explore this. I’m sure I don’t need to say, keep to the path as the Cliffs are fairly steep. In fact, this whole north Antrim coast is astoundingly beautiful. The famous Giant’s causeway, a UNESCO heritage site and home of the giant Fionn MaCool, is just a few miles from here. I guess you could visit it the same day – but that would be a lot of walking – perhaps better to separate those trips out a bit. But do check it out – visit my film on Giant’s causeway if you want to know more. You need a ticket to pass on to the bridge, which you can buy online. But it would be a shame to come as far as the entrance to the bridge and then go no further. The bridge is 20 meters long and hangs 30 meters above the rocks below. A bridge across to this island has existed sporadically over a 350 year history, to allow fishermen access to the island. Even in recent times several versions of the bridge existed with this latest one being erected in 2008. Just make sure if you decide to cross that you’ll have the courage to make the return journey – there are not many amenities (actually nothing) on the other side. Apparently in the past, some people who couldn’t face the crossing on the way back have had to be rescued by boat! Its really not so hard to cross, but amazing to be on the other side looking back at the mainland. We pass the fisherman’s cottage the only structure on this island, and I can’t imagine what it would be like staying here on a stormy night. Probably exciting. The bridge is managed by the National Trust and the whole area here is designated an Area of Special Scientific Interest, rich in flora and fauna and full of diverse bird life. So, having enjoyed the incredible views the island offers, I then make the crossing back. As you see, this being February, there are not many tourists here. I’m guessing in the summer it probably gets packed. I was lucky I got such a nice day to cross – though I imagine if the weather is really bad they’d close the bridge. As we view the bridge from a distance I’ll leave you with the words of our poet Seamus Heaney: A lone figure is waving From the thin line of a bridge Of ropes and slates, slung Dangerously out between The cliff-top and the pillar rock.