The Giants Causeway

Causeway Stones photo Giants Causeway August 2011
Giants Causeway in a calm sea August 2011

The top left photo shows the shape of the basalt stones, the result of rapid cooling lava some 50 million years ago. The stones are mostly heaxagonal and form some spectacular columns and what is known today as the Giants Causeway. This is now owned by the National Trust. Parking is £6 and entry onto the site is free. It is a steep climb and a bus is available for those who would rather not walk. A shop is on site an a new visitor centre is under construction. Park and ride is £1.50 from Bushmills.