Co. Down (an Dúin)

Famous for its links with St Patrick, Co. Down is one of the most popular destinations for visitors across the globe. 

From the ancient beauty of Downpatrick, Bangor's famous marina and Newry – a city that's positively buzzing with bargain-hunting shoppers from south of the border – Co. Down, as cliched as it sounds, seems to have it all.

With the likes of the Ards and Lecale peninsula as well as Strangford and Carlingford Loughs, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to scenic environs in which to enjoy long, luscious rambles.

Yep, there's more to Co. Down than St Patrick – you can also check out Exploris, NI's only Aquarium, and a little known fact is that Down is also known as the Brontë Homeland with the father of famous sibling scribes Anne, Charlotte and Emily hailing from this famous county.

However, if you're here especially to find out more about our patron saint, there's plenty of Patrick related activities and sights to satisfy the soul.

For more info, peruse the chapters to the left...