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Co. Down

Hotels, Guesthouses, Bed & Breakfast and Self-Catering Accommodation in County Down

County Down - Northern Ireland
County Down is one of Ireland's most fertile counties. The county also boasts the dramatic Mourne Mountains in the south peaking with Slieve Donard (2,790 feet) and Slieve Croob (1,750 feet) in the centre of the county. The Ards peninsula in the east shelters Strandford Lough with the beautiful coastline playing host to sandy beaches. The inland rivers provide ample opportunity for the fisherman. Walking, golf, castles, gardens and cathedrals are other pastimes and visits to be explored.

The population of the county is approximately 455,000 with the principal town being Bangor. The main town areas in County Down include Newry, Downpatrick, Bangor, Comber, Ballynahinch, Killyleagh, Killinchy, Newcastle, Banbridge, Warrenpoint, Dromore, Hollywood, Newcastle and Rostrevor. There are many interesting and historic places to visit in County Down including The St Patrick World Centre, North Down Heritage Centre, Ulster Folk and Transport Museum, Crawfordsburn Country Park, Nendrum Monastic Site, Somme Heritage Centre, Grey Abbey, Mount Stewart House and Inch Abbey. The father of the famous novelists the Bronte Sisters inspired them through stories from his youth in the idyllic Bann Valley.

 

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Tourist Attractions, Places to Visit and Other Information on County Down
   Guide to County Down    Ulster Folk & Transport Museum    Down District Council

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