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  1. Front elevation of Castle Ward House, a National Trust Property
    For centuries, people have set up their homes in the Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion to enjoy the cool mountain air and seaside views. These days, our landscape is dotted with heritage buildings, country manors, castles and historic churches.
  2. Group of ladies enjoying the local arts and crafts at the St Patrick Centre gift shop
    Over the centuries, countless artists have drawn inspiration from the Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion’s sweeping mountains and open waterways. Our galleries and studios are the perfect place to survey the Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion’s rich artistic talent.
  3. Mother & two children enjoying the Newry and Mourne Museum displays at Bagenal's Castle in the Mourne Gullion Strangford Aspiring UNESCO Global Geopark
    The Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion has a rich and varied history dating back several thousand years. From Neolithic sites, all the way up to the 20th century, our museums and heritage sites tell the story of local people’s lives over the centuries.
  4. Down Cathedral, Downpatrick, County Down
    The Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion is the homeland of St. Patrick. The landscape where Ireland’s most famous son began his Christian ministry is dotted with churches and other religious sites from across the centuries.
  5. A tall granite pillar stone measuring 2.8 metres set against a beautiful blue and pink sky
    With a history dating back thousands of years, the Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion’s mountains and valleys are dotted with countless monuments, marking sites of importance throughout the centuries.
  6. Picture of Montalto House, Montalto Lake and Boathouse all within Montalto Estate in Ballynahinch.
    Montalto Estate in Ballynahinch is a mystical and enchanting estate, set in magnificent natural surroundings. Visitor experience includes access to the estate's beautiful gardens; historic walks and trails and an exciting play area where children can engage, explore and learn.
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  7. The Saint Patrick Centre is the only permanent exhibition in the World about Ireland’s Patron Saint. The History of Ireland starts here in Patrick’s words, which guide you through our amazing multimedia exhibition. Located 2 Hours north of Dublin and 35 minutes south of Belfast beside Saint Patrick’s Grave with a fantastic Craft Store and incredible Garden Cafe. This needs to be your first stop in Ireland.
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  8. This is undoubtedly the most commanding building in Newry and is arguably the most important work executed by Newry's greatest native architect, Thomas Duff. Built in 1829 of local granite at a cost of £8,000, it was the first Catholic Cathedral.
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