Downpatrick

Downpatrick (Dún Phádraig in Irish, meaning Fort of Patrick) is a town in County Down in Northern Ireland with about 10,113 inhabitants. It is situated about 33km south of Belfast.

Related Topics:
Irish - Patrick - County Down - Northern Ireland - Belfast

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Many of the town's inhabitants work in Belfast. The town has suffered higher than average unemployment rates over the years. There has been under investment in the town in terms of industry. The town has a number of primary and post-primary schools. Children come in from all over east Down to these schools. Downpatrick is home to the Russell Gaelic Union (Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) club) and Downpatrick Cricket Club.

Related Topics:
Russell Gaelic Union - Gaelic Athletic Association - Downpatrick Cricket Club

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Downpatrick is where the local council, Down District Council is headquartered.

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