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Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland
Downpatrick (from Irish: Dún Pádraig, meaning "Patrick's stronghold") is a small-sized town about 33 km (21 mi) south of Belfast in County Down, Northern Ireland. It has been an important site since ancient times. Its cathedral is said to be the burial place of Saint Patrick. Today it is the county town of Down and the joint headquarters of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. Downpatrick area has currently shown to have a population of 19,817 according to the 2011 Census, although it is likely to have increased in recent years.
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1. Loughinisland Churches
2. Struell Wells
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Jayceeni - Belfast, United Kingdom
Situated just about 1-2 miles outside Downpatrick the site is an interesting place to visit, there are a few stone buildings and a few wells, there are descriptive signs next to a few of the building and one b4 you enter the outer wall. The site has a good road to it and a car park big enough for 6-8 cars maybe more. I have visited this site so many times 30+ as a child and adult. It's a open area great for kids to run around with supervision , if the day is good bring a picnic and enjoy the fresh air.
3. Ballynoe Stone Circle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By annieJB1976 - Belfast, United Kingdom
A lovely place to visit. The walk to the actually stones is just lovely. A little quiet hedge covered lane way with fairy doors and other little things left along the hedgerows. The stones themselves have a peaceful quietness around them and lovely just to sit on one and reflect in peace.
4. Castle Ward
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 628 reviews
Castle Ward will take you on a journey of discovery. The 18th-century eccentric house with two distinctly different styles, classical and Gothic, will entice you to explore further. This truly beautiful 332-hectare (820-acre) walled demesne, with walking trails, exotic garden, stunning vistas and picturesque farmyard, will unlock your imagination through family history, leisure pursuits, events and industrial heritage. A children's pastimes centre and laundry room are a short walk from the house in the stableyard, alongside a gift shop, second-hand bookshop and tea-room.
Reviewed By shivaom6 - Castlewellan, United Kingdom
Beautiful location, fantastic scenery Forest walks The castle gardens Game of thrones fame as winterfell The tour of the old castle ward national trust was well worth a visit- historic old house well kept and maintained from the Victorian age Lovely gardens
5. Inch Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 180 reviews
Reviewed By AliCat939 - Portaferry, United Kingdom
Inch Abbey is a 12th & 13th century Abbey, set on the banks of the river Quoile. It is a stunningly beautiful setting, made more famous as the scene where Robb Stark celebrated victory, with his army, after the 'Battle of the Whispering Wood'. It is a lovely place to visit, to walk your dag, have a picnic or just wander about learning about its history & the lifestyle of the monks from the very informative plaques set around the site. Expect to see a GoT's tour bus, with excited cape wearing, sword bearing tourists!
6. Down Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By 2020vision
A " must see" on a tour of Downpatrick . The adjoining graveyard supposedly holds the final resting place of Saint Patrick . The church building itself is lovely , lots of interesting things to see .
7. Slieve Patrick Statue
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Construction began of this statue in 1932, the 1500th anniversary of St. Patrick's landing at the Slaney. From the top of the Statue there are excellent views across the surrounding countryside and Strangford Lough.Parking is provided at the entrance; there are no footpaths so sensible shoes are advisable.
Reviewed By irishgirl61 - Belfast, United Kingdom
Had been meaning to visit for ages. Love site. Well locked after with short grass. Nice path takes up up the hill. Steep but just take ur time. View is impressive. See 360 around for miles. Will definitely be back. Great place for a little history. Good for kids.
8. Saul Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
This church was built on the site of St. Patrick's first church in 1932 to commemorate the 1500th anniversary of St. Patrick's at the Slaney river. The site has some remnants of the monastic site which formed here after the Saint's death. There is parking available at the Saul Road entrance and public toilets are available.
Reviewed By colint700 - Brighton, United Kingdom
On our drive from Downpatrick to the picturesque little village of Strangford we came across Saul Church. It wasn't a particularly sunny day but we stopped in the layby outside and had a stroll around this delightful little church. Something very special about this place..... and what a stunning location. Wish we'd had more time to explore. Maybe that's a reason to go back to this beautiful part of Ireland. ????????
9. St Patrick's Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
10. Church of the Immaculate Conception and St. Joseph
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