Down Patrick Head

Downpatrick Head is a stunning coastal location in County Mayo, Ireland, offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The site features the ruins of a church founded by St Patrick, a holy well, and a stone cross. Visitors can enjoy a coastal walk, spot nesting sea birds such as puffins and kittiwakes, and marvel at the coloured rock formations. The area is also home to the iconic Dún Briste sea stack, which according to legend was formed when St Patrick struck the ground with his staff. Additionally, the site features a spectacular blowhole called Poll Na Seantainne. Families can explore the nearby Céide Fields, the oldest-known field system in the world, which features ancient stone walls, settlements, and megalithic tombs