Legends of the Stormy Seas

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Did you know some of the roughest waters in the UK lie just offshore Carrick-a-Rede island?

Join Carrick-a-Rede's Programming & Partnerships Officer, Keith, on their 'Legends of the Stormy Seas' Tour, to hear tales of wrecks, monsters, storms, and much more that's associated with this part of the coast.

Over the years, Carrick-a-Rede hasn't been the safest place to be...

The McDonald clan were massacred by Sir Francis Drake on Rathlin Island, and to add to it, if you ventured into the water, you risked being eaten by the Sea Monster of Portballintrae, or hit on the head by a target being launched by catapult from Benbane Head!

Enjoy an insightful chat, covering everything from ghost ships to Vikings, hot air balloons to submarines, and tight-rope walkers to whirlpools.

Tours will be running at 11:00 and 14:00. Meet your tour guide, Keith at the white stones area, located beside the Ticket Hut.

National Trust Members and Local Pass Holders gain free access. For the best rates, pre-book your Visitor Experience tickets in advance via the official website. This is a free event; normal admission charges apply.

Ticket price includes the full Visitor Experience; reserved onsite parking, walks and talks illustrating the history of the site, access to all facilities, including restrooms and the café, and rope bridge crossing.

Please wear comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear suitable for the event and for the weather on the day.

The guided walk will follow the 1km coastal path to the rope bridge, and includes steep steps and uneven ground before crossing the rope bridge to the island.

Dogs on leads are welcome, however, aren't permitted to cross the bridge.

Legends of the Stormy Seas has something for everyone - lifejackets won't be required...