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Inch Abbey

Downpatrick BT30 6LZ, Northern Ireland
44-28-9054-3034
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Ranked #3 of 10 attractions in Downpatrick
4.5 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
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Belfast
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55 reviews 55 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Just outside Downpatrick. Ruins of the abbey in a lovely quiet setting. You could also visit Strule Wells also in the area, Delamont Country Park or Castle Ward. More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

Lots of history... Lovey enviroment for a nice walk and some photos.... More

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Bangor, Northern Ireland
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

This place is off the beaten track and a lovely relaxing place to wander about. More

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14 reviews 14 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

Don't miss a visit to the ruins of Inch Abbey. Try to have some literature before you go as there isn't anything available there but there are brass plaques around each part of the ruins. It is the most peaceful and moving place to just spend time and absorb the atmosphere, while looking across the Quoile River towards the Cathedral... More

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Belfast, NI
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2009
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Really atmospheric Abbey ruins on the lough shore overlooking the town of Downpatrick, Great place for a picnic and plenty of room for children to run around and large open areas for a game of footie/ rounders! Sometimes a steam train runs between the Abbey and Downpatrick. More

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