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Down Cathedral and Saint Patrick's Grave

35 English Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AB
Down Cathedral and Saint Patrick's Grave

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Down Cathedral is a Church of Ireland cathedral. It stands on the site of a Benedictine Monastery, built in 1183.

Reputedly the remains of Ireland's National Saints are buried here, including Saint Brigid, Saint Patrick and Saint Colmcille.

Magnificent stain glass windows, box pews and beautiful organ case enhances this interesting building. Souvenir shop and toilet facilities.

Guided Tours are available by prior arrangement.

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Attraction Facilities

  • Gift Shop

Establishment Features

  • Guided Tours Available
  • Toilets

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

Payment Methods

  • All major credit/debit cards accepted

Provider Preferences

  • Free (parking charges may apply)

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Admission free.
Charge for tours (by prior arrangement only).

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Opening Times

* Monday - Saturday 09:30 - 16:00
Sunday - closed

What's Nearby

  1. The Saint Patrick Centre is the only permanent exhibition in the World about Ireland’s…

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    0.26 miles away
  2. Built 1954 to the designs of S. McIlveen of Ferguson and McIlveen, Belfast. This is a…

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  3. The foundation stone of this church was laid by Bishop Dorrian in 1886.

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  9. Interactive Medieval history Village, offering the opportunity to step back in time and…

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  10. Two miles outside Downpatrick is the replica of St Patrick's first church in Ireland.…

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