Padding along Paddy’s trail
Known as the Apostle of Ireland, St Patrick has become a treasured symbol of the emerald isle.
Follow in the footsteps of the 5th century missionary on a new tour along the Pilgrim’s Way visiting the medieval town of Downpatrick, County Down, with commentary provided by guides from the Saint Patrick Centre. The 18-mile path can be completed in a day (or two half-days), and covers highlights such as the world’s only St Patrick Exhibition, the largest statue of the saint in the world, Patrick’s first church in Ireland, and the first healing wells in Ireland, at Struell.
■■How: The Saint Patrick’s Way Downpatrick Camino guided walk costs £65 per person, including lunch. A reasonably high level of fitness is recommended. saintpatrickcentre.com