District council area in Northern Ireland
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The district of Newry, Mourne and Down sits in the south-east of Northern Ireland, stretching from the dramatic Mourne Mountains down to the shores of Carlingford Lough and the Irish Sea. It contains the highest peak in the province, Slieve Donard, the Ring of Gullion Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and reservoirs such as Silent Valley, so it’s a magnet for walkers, cyclists and dark‑sky visitors.
Centred on the market and retail hub of Newry and including coastal towns like Kilkeel and historic centres such as Downpatrick, the area has a mixed economy of agriculture, fishing, light manufacturing and growing tourism. It’s rich in history and culture - from associations with Saint Patrick to strong Gaelic traditions and close cross‑border links with the Republic of Ireland - and local communities combine rural character with lively festivals and outdoor recreation.
BT24, BT30, BT31, BT33, BT34, BT35