The Gobbins Cliff Path Experience Location : Islandmagee, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, on the Causeway Coastal Route. The Gobbins Cliff path is renowned for it's spectacular and dramatic views. Designed by the railway engineer Berkeley Deane Wise in 1902, the Gobbins closed in 1954 when the depression of the 1930s hit. After extensive renovations, the Gobbins opened again, and is a hugely popular walk. Distance : The Gobbins Coastal Path is 3 miles (5 km) long. It is the equivalent of climbing and descending 50 flights of stairs, so a reasonable level of fitness is required. The Gobbins experience includes a short bus ride, then a steep decent which is followed by over 100 steps to the path entrance. Overall the tour could take approximately 3 hours. Access : The Gobbins Visitor Centre is located in Middle Road, Islandmagee BT40 3SL, County Antrim. The path is only accessible via a guided tour, and it is unsuitable for young children. Each visitor