Discover Armagh – Saint Patrick’s chosen city
Step out into the rolling hills of County Armagh and discover the City which St Patrick chose as the Centre for the Christian church in Ireland. Today two fine cathedrals, both called St Patricks decorate two of the hilltops in this ancient City.
Enjoy a countryside shaped by the Ulster Plantation, small rural villages with historical ruins of castles, manor houses and stately homes. Proud of its Armagh Bramley apple the orchards play a big part in farming in the area today.
South of the City of Armagh stand the rough rugged hills with landscape sheltering ancient burial cairns and standing stones. The people of rural Northern Ireland have a very warm, shy and charming welcome for all visitors to their homeland.
WALKING THE ANCIENT RAMPARTS OF ARMAGH CITY WITH BARBARA
All my walks start at the historical Charlemont Arms Hotel from where we follow the circular route around the ancient hilltop reaching the ancient site of Saint Patrick’s Church of Ireland Cathedral.
Along the way we pass the traditional Irish Market House where the story of the life of the linen industry will be revealed.
Street names have their own story and Thomas Street into Ogle Street share the story of stonemason Thomas Ogle.
While Saint Patrick is the main focus within the walk we also take in the life of Saint Malachy who was born in Armagh.
Panoramic views from the Hill of Macha lead us into the story of the city down through the centuries taking us unto the nearby hill where the majestic spires of Saint Patrick’s Roman Catholic cathedral beckon.
The Shambles area has its links back to 19th Century and on into the 20th Century and a familiar site in my school days in Armagh City.
We finish back to the Charlemont Arms Hotel where you can relax and reflect on your tour of Armagh.
This walk is at an easy pace and takes around 1 – 2 hrs. We use an audio ear system to which you can link your own phone ear piece.
Contact Barbara to discuss dates/mobility/numbers.
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Tour Details
Duration
1 - 2 hrs approx
Suitable for:
Max: 15 people
Itinerary
- Walk St Patrick’s Chosen City of Armagh.
- Step inside Armagh’s two Ecclesiastical Cathedrals
- Lunch in rural Plantation Village Pub
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A RECENT REVIEW OF THIS TOUR
“We had an incredible tour with Barbara thorough the Armagh region. She was very professional, knowledgable and engaging. She did an excellent job of personalizing our tour based on our preferences and sprinkled some good humor with local history and knowledge. She was a pleasure to spend the day with and we appreciate the interest that she took in our local connection. Highly recommend!”
BOB C.
About
Meet Biddy
I am a true Northern Irish person born and bred here and delighted to share my homeland with you.
I am a local accredited guide experienced in working as a step-on-guide for visiting coaches to the top attractions namely Belfast City (warts and all), Giants Causeway, Antrim Coast, Armagh – St Patrick’s chosen city and more!
The University of Life has left me with a lot to talk about! Come and join me in a lively interactive tour.
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