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

VIEW FROM ABOVE: Two-day extravaganza at Downpatrick - The Irish Field

VIEW FROM ABOVE: Two-day extravaganza at Downpatrick The Irish Field

Downpatrick gets ready for their two day racing festival: Northern Ireland bred three-year-olds look promising: Racehorse to riding horse classes are strong as ...

Publish: Friday 14th June 6:18pm

Horse racing betting tips for Limerick and Downpatrick on Saturday June 15 - Irish Mirror

Horse racing betting tips for Limerick and Downpatrick on Saturday June 15 Irish Mirror

Both Limerick and Downpatrick will host racing today.

Publish: Saturday 15th June 6:00am

Russell and Elliott can reward punters' faith at Downpatrick festival - Independent.ie

Russell and Elliott can reward punters' faith at Downpatrick festival Independent.ie

With Royal Ascot looming large on the racing horizon and kicking into gear next Tuesday, it's an unusually quiet weekend on these shores with four meetings ...

Publish: Saturday 15th June 2:30am

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