Welcome to Downpatrick

Downpatrick (Dún Pádraig) is a town in County Down, 33 km south of Belfast. It is the county town of Down with a rich history and strong connection to Saint Patrick.

Saint Patrick was reputedly buried here in 461 on Cathedral Hill, within the grounds of Down Cathedral. His grave is still a place of pilgrimage on St Patricks Day (17 March each year). The Saint Patrick Visitor Centre in Downpatrick is purpose-built to tell the story of St Patrick.

Within an hour drive of Belfast, the location serves as a commuter town for a large number of people. The town has a number of primary and post-primary schools educating students from all over the east Down area.

Downpatrick News

Racecard | 16:20 Toals Bookmakers Flat Race | Downpatrick (IRE) - Sky Sports

Racecard | 16:20 Toals Bookmakers Flat Race | Downpatrick (IRE) Sky Sports

Publish: Thursday 17th September 7:05am

British Art is picture perfect at Downpatrick for delighted Watson - Belfast Telegraph

British Art is picture perfect at Downpatrick for delighted Watson Belfast Telegraph

Publish: Saturday 19th September 11:00am

Downpatrick woman charged with stabbing partner in murder bid released on bail - Belfast Telegraph

Downpatrick woman charged with stabbing partner in murder bid released on bail Belfast Telegraph

Publish: Monday 14th September 12:28pm

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