The Dark Hedges is a must- see bucket list spot when visiting Northern Ireland! It’s here that you’ll find an avenue lined with beech trees that has delighted photographers, painters and directors. Made famous recently through their appearance in Game of Thrones. The Dark Hedges was ‘Kings Road’.

The captivating beauty of The Dark Hedges lies in its eerie yet mesmerising charm. The intertwined branches of the towering beech trees create a natural tunnel that shifts with the changing light, offering a different experience every time you visit. Whether shrouded in morning mist or bathed in golden evening sunlight, the avenue is a photographer’s dream.

Beyond its visual appeal, The Dark Hedges has an air of legend. Locals speak of the “Grey Lady,” a ghostly figure who is said to wander the lane at twilight, adding a touch of mystery to this already magical setting.

How to Get to The Dark Hedges

The Dark Hedges is located near the village of Stranocum, about 13 kilometers from Ballymoney in County Antrim.

🚗By Car: From Belfast, take the M2 motorway and follow the A26 towards Ballymoney. From there, follow signs for The Dark Hedges; the journey takes approximately 1 hour. Parking is available nearby at The Hedges Hotel (just a short walk from the trees).

🚎By Public Transport: Take a train or bus to Ballymoney and then a taxi to The Dark Hedges.

🎟️By Tour: Many guided tours of the Causeway Coastal Route include a stop at The Dark Hedges, making it easy to combine with other attractions like the Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

Attractions close by:

🥃The Old Bushmills Distillery (15mins)

🏰Dunluce Castle (20 mins)

🏖️Whiterocks Beach (30mins)

📸Giant's Causeway. (20mins)

📸Carrick-a-rede rope bridge (20mins)

🌊Whitepark Bay. (15mins)

🌊Ballintoy Harbour (20mins)

💚 As with any natural area please follow the principles of Leave No Trace, respecting the environment and wildlife.