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where he once taught and preached. Or go on a coach tour such as the tour the history of the area. Visit nearby Struell Wells (c.1600) with its
Irish Linen Tour, Archaeological Sites Tour, Literary and Arts Trail or the healing wells and Saul Church with its striking round tower built on
Historical Religious Houses Tour. For further information, contact the site where St. Patrick established the first Christian church in
Banbridge Gateway Tourist Information Centre on (028) 4062 3322. Ireland in 432 AD. St. Patrick is said to have died in Saul in 493, and
his remains reputed to be buried at Down Cathedral in Downpatrick.
BANGOR
This seaside resort in north Down is about 21km northeast of Belfast, HILLSBOROUGH
combining the Victorian charm of its old quarter with a state of the art This small town is 15km southwest of Belfast. It was founded in the
marina. The North Down Heritage Centre in Bangor Castle has some 1630s and boasts some of the finest Georgian architecture.
interesting artefacts on the local region, Tel: (028) 9127 1200. Don’t Hillsborough House, at the top of Main Street, is the residence of the
miss the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum in nearby Cultra. Northern Ireland Secretary of State. At the far end of the street stands
the magnificent St. Malachy’s Parish Church with its towers and spire.
publicbuilding places of interest
Bangor Tourist Information Centre, 34 Quay Street, Bangor, Co. Down. THE MOUNTAINS OF MOURNE
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9127 0069; Email:
tic@northdown.gov.uk; Web: The drive from Kilkeel along the coast road is an excellent way to take
www.northdowntourism.com. North Down is just a few miles from in the stunning beauty of the Mournes at close range. Along the way,
Belfast yet seems a million miles away with its mix of picturesque Greencastle, Rostrevor and Warrenpoint are all good stopping-off places.
coastline, countryside, bustling towns, quaint villages and exciting
events. Bangor is a traditional seaside town. It boasts one of Ireland’s publicbuilding places of interest
largest marinas, as well as a promenade, landscaped gardens and Silent Valley Park, Northern Ireland Water, Head Road, Kilkeel, Co.
Pickie Family Fun Park. Holywood is a busy coastal town and is the Down. Surround yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Silent
site of Ireland’s only maypole and has numerous cafes, arts and craft Valley Park. Enjoy splendid mountain scenery, woodland walks and a
shops. Helen’s Bay, Crawfordsburn and Groomsport boast some of the range of facilities including a Visitor Centre which tells the story of the
most beautiful coastal walks and parks in Northern Ireland. building of the dams. A spectacular heather bloom colours the valley
throughout the summer months and is home to ravens, red grouse,
DOWNPATRICK falcons and many other types of wildlife. Why not call into the coffee
Downpatrick, about 32km south of Belfast, is the administrative shop for a bite to eat. A Shuttle bus is available from the car park
centre of County Down and a bustling shopping town. Fine Georgian during May-Sept. Opening Times: Summer daily from 10.00am to
architecture can be found in the town centre, particularly around 6.30pm. Oct-Apr daily from 10.00am to 4.30pm
English Street. Located in a former 18th century gaol, the Down
County Museum offers visitors the opportunity to see gaol conditions NEWCASTLE
at the turn of the century. Tel: (028) 4461 5218. The nearby St. This popular seaside resort, named after a 16th century castle no
Patrick Centre tells the fascinating story of Ireland’s patron saint. Both longer here, is situated on the shores of Dundrum Bay in the shadow
the centre and the museum are perfect starting points from which to of Slieve Donard and the Mourne Mountains. Golfers flock to the
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