A quick cache at Portaneevy along the scenic North Antrim coast. There is a carpark handy to GZ with epic views over Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. Take time to enjoy the lovely scenery and maybe take a photo or two.
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge circa 1890-1900
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is a famous rope bridge near Ballintoy in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The bridge links the mainland to the tiny island of Carrickarede (meaning "rock of the casting"). It spans 20 metres and is 30 metres above the rocks below. The bridge is mainly a tourist attraction. The bridge is open all year round (subject to weather) and people may cross it for a fee.
It is thought salmon fishermen have been building bridges to the island for over 350 years. It has taken many forms over the years. In the 1970s it had only one handrail and large gaps between the slats. A new bridge, tested up to ten tonnes, was built with the help of local climbers and abseilers in 2000. Another was built in 2004 and offered visitors and fishermen alike a much safer passage to the island. The current wire rope and Douglas Fir bridge was made by Heyn Construction in Belfast and raised early in 2008 at a cost of over £16,000. There have been many instances where visitors, unable to face the walk back across the bridge, have had to be taken off the island by boat.
The cache is a small container so you will need your own pen and possibly tweezers. Please ensure the log is replaced properly so that the container can close fully before returning to its hiding spot.