Natural landmarks · Northern Ireland
The Dark Hedges
In or near Armoy.
The 18th-century beech avenue made famous by Game of Thrones.
Marathon — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Dark Hedges is located in Northern Ireland, with the postcode BT53 8TT. Entry is free, and the site is accessible to visitors.
About
The Dark Hedges is the avenue of beech trees on Bregagh Road near Stranocum, County Antrim. Planted in the 18th century by the Stuart family to impress visitors arriving at Gracehill House, the canopy of intertwined branches has become one of the most-photographed natural avenues in the world — recognisable to millions as the Kingsroad in HBO's Game of Thrones.
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Place summary
The Dark Hedges is a natural landmark located in Northern Ireland, BT53. This avenue of beech trees, planted in the 18th century, is known for its striking appearance and has gained popularity as a scenic route. It has also featured in various media, enhancing its recognition.
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- Coordinates
- 55.1342, -6.3805
- District
- Causeway Coast and Glens
- Postcode
- BT53 8TT
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Antrim
Sources
- osm: n2393737678 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Dark Hedges?
- The Dark Hedges is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT53 8TT).
- What is The Dark Hedges?
- The 18th-century beech avenue made famous by Game of Thrones.
- How do I get to The Dark Hedges?
- Drivers can use postcode BT53 8TT.
- Is The Dark Hedges free to visit?
- Yes, The Dark Hedges is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Dark Hedges?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode BT53 8TT. It sits within the North Antrim parliamentary constituency.