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Abbeys and monasteries in County Down: places to visit

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Discover the Abbeys and monasteries of County Down, a handy selection to help you plan your trip to Ireland.

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The Inch Abbey

Inch Abbey (Mainistir na Hinse in Irish Gaelic) is a ruined former Gothic abbey located north-west of the town of Downpatrick in Northern Ireland. It was built on the north bank of the Quoile River around the 13th century. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-inch-abbey/">[...]</a>

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The Grey Abbey

Discover Grey Abbey, a small ruined Cistercian abbey built in 1193. In ruins, it is located in the village of the same name, and is one of the most beautiful remains on the Ards Peninsula. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-grey-abbey/">[...]</a>

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The Nendrum Monastery

Nendrum Monastery is a Christian monastery on Mahee Island near Comber in County Down, Northern Ireland. Now in ruins, this monastery dates back to the 5th century, and is said to have been founded by Mochaoi, a disciple of Saint Patrick. A fascinating site to discover for lovers of old stones <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-nendrum-monastery/">[...]</a>

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