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Down Cathedral, Downpatrick

#2 among attractions in Downpatrick

Sacred and religious sites, Church, Gothic Revival architecture
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Down Cathedral, Downpatrick

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 54°19'39"N, 5°43'18"W
Address

35 English StDownpatrick BT30 6AB United Kingdom

Contact
+44 28 4461 4922
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Opening hours
  1. Monday9:30 am - 5 pm
  2. Tuesday9:30 am - 5 pm
  3. Wednesday9:30 am - 5 pm
  4. Thursday9:30 am - 5 pm
  5. Friday9:30 am - 5 pm
  6. Saturday2 pm - 5 pm
  7. Sunday2 pm - 5 pm
Local time: 00:00
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Getting there by public transportation
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Day trips

Down Cathedral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Downpatrick and County Down Railway, Down Arts Centre, Inch Abbey, The Saint Patrick Centre.

  • downpatrick and county down railway~760 ftSE
    Specialty museum, Museum

    Downpatrick and County Down Railway, Downpatrick

    4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, the Downpatrick & County Down Railway stands as a testament to the rich railway heritage of the region. This charming museum offers a unique glimpse into the bygone era of steam travel, providing an educational...

  • down arts centre downpatrick~1390 ftE
    City hall

    Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick

    7 min walk • The Down Arts Centre, formerly Downpatrick Town Hall and also Downpatrick Assembly Rooms, is a municipal structure in Irish Street in Downpatrick, County Down, Northern Ireland.

  • inch abbey downpatrick0.7 miNW
    Sacred and religious sites, Historical place, View point

    Inch Abbey, Downpatrick

    18 min walk • Inch Abbey is a ruined Cistercian monastery on the outskirts of Downpatrick, County Down, Northern Ireland. It was founded by Anglo-Norman John de Courcy in the twelfth century at the site of a previous monastery which had operated from the 9th until earlier in the 12th century.

  • the saint patrick centre downpatrick~970 ftSE
    Specialty museum, Museum

    The Saint Patrick Centre, Downpatrick

    5 min walk • The Saint Patrick Visitor Centre is a modern exhibition complex located in Downpatrick, County Down, Northern Ireland. It is a permanent interpretative exhibition centre featuring interactive displays on the life and story of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.

  • the meadow downpatrick0.7 miN
    Sport, Sport venue

    The Meadow, Downpatrick

    18 min walk • The Meadow is a cricket ground in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland. It is the home of Downpatrick Cricket Club. In 1983, the ground hosted what is the only first-class match to be played there when Ireland played Scotland, which resulted in an Irish victory by 5 wickets.

  • downpatrick racecourse location map
    1.1 miS
    Sport, Sport venue

    Downpatrick Racecourse

    28 min walk • Downpatrick Racecourse, located one mile from the town of Downpatrick in County Down, is one of the two horse racing courses in Northern Ireland. The first race meeting at Downpatrick was held in 1685.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Down Cathedral open?

Down Cathedral is open:
  • Monday 9:30 am - 5 pm
  • Tuesday 9:30 am - 5 pm
  • Wednesday 9:30 am - 5 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am - 5 pm
  • Friday 9:30 am - 5 pm
  • Saturday 2 pm - 5 pm
  • Sunday 2 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Down Cathedral?

Nearby attractions include Downpatrick and County Down Railway, Downpatrick (4 min walk), The Saint Patrick Centre, Downpatrick (5 min walk), Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick (7 min walk), Inch Abbey, Downpatrick (18 min walk).

How to get to Down Cathedral by public transport?

The nearest stations to Down Cathedral:

Train
  • Downpatrick (4 min walk)
  • Downpatrick Loop Platform (11 min walk)

Bus
  • Downpatrick Bus Centre (4 min walk)

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