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Down County Museum, The Mall, English Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AH
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Looking for a fun, family-friendly adventure this Bank Holiday? Join us at Down County Museum!

This Bank Holiday, enjoy:
• Free museum tours (11am & 2pm)
• Outdoor games – all day weather permitting!
• Don't forget to stop by our 'History to Go' table to pick up a book and take a little history home with you.

When Can You Visit?
We're open this Monday from 10am-4:30pm, and entry is FREE!

Come on over to dive into the history of the Old Gaol with our museum staff. From spooky cells to amazing artwork, you'll find something for everyone at Down County Museum!

Check out what's happening and when this Bank Holiday on Facebook and Instagram @NMDMuseums or visit www.visitmournemountains.co.uk/museums.

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Entrance to Down County Museum, DownpatrickDown County Museum, DownpatrickDown County Museum is located in the old county Gaol of Down. It houses fascinating exhibitions on the history of Down as well as restored cells with life-size figures of prisoners and their gaolers.

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Located 35km from Belfast. Follow the brown signs in Downpatrick.

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Downpatrick is serviced by the 515/215 Ulsterbus routes from Belfast, and the 240 Goldliner from Newry.

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