Movilla Abbey
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About this place
Movilla Abbey (Irish: Mainistir Mhaigh Bhile "Monastery of the Plain of the Notable Tree") in Newtownards, County Down, Northern Ireland, is believed to have been one of Ulster's and Ireland's most important monasteries. Movilla should not be confused with Moville in County Donegal.
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Getting There & Parking
Movilla Abbey is located in County Down, roughly 21 km (20 min drive) from Belfast and 184 km (2h 40m) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 282 m away. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Strangford AONB (1.0 km away).
Belfast21 km
~20 min driveDublin184 km
~2h 40m drive
Nearest car park
282 m from landmark
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