Dunluce Castle is located dramatically close to a headland that plunges straight into the sea, along the North Antrim coast. There is archaeological evidence of a village that surrounded the castle which was destroyed by fire in 1641. The site was also witness to the sinking of a colony ship that broke up on the rocks off Islay in 1857 with the loss of 240 lives.
The 17th Century mainland courtyard, containing domestic buildings, leads downhill to a narrow crossing to the rock, formerly protected by a drawbridge to the gatehouse. The buildings on the rock are 116th and 17th Century.
There is limited disabled access for wheelchair users as the site has a cobbled, uneven surface. Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
No admission to unaccompanied children under the age of 16.
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Opening times:
1st Oct 2011 – 31st Mar 2012 10am – 4pm daily
1st Apr – 31st May 2012 10am – 6pm daily
1st Jun – 30th Sept 2012 10am – 6pm daily
1st Oct – 31st Oct 2012 10am – 6pm daily
1st Nov 2012 – 28th Feb 2013 10am – 4pm daily
1st Mar – 31st Mar 2013 10am – 6pm dailyPrices:
Adult - £5
Children/Seniors – £3 Children under 5 years old - Free
Family (2 adults and 2 children) - £13
Group Rate – (10 plus must be booked) £3 per person