Towns & cities · Northern Ireland
Greyabbey
Also known as: Mainistir Liath
Greyabbey — village in County Down, Northern Ireland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Drumawhey Junction · 8.8 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Greyabbey in Northern Ireland, the nearest railway station is Drumawhey Junction, located 8.8 km away. Entry to the town is free, and the postcode for sat-nav is BT22 2NE.
About
Greyabbey is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Recent population estimates put it at around 939 people. Wikidata describes it as: "village in County Down, Northern Ireland, UK". Coordinates: 54.5350°, -5.5600°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Greyabbey or Grey Abbey (Irish: Mainistir Liath, meaning 'grey monastery') is a small village, townland (of 208 acres) and civil parish located on the eastern shores of Strangford Lough, on the Ards Peninsula in County Down, Northern Ireland. It lies 7 miles (11 km) south of Newtownards. Both townland and civil parish are situated in the historic barony of Ards Lower. It is within the Ards and North Down Borough. It had a population of 939 people in the 2011 Census. Greyabbey is often associated with the antiques trade, there being several specialist antique shops in the village, as well as some interesting Georgian and Victorian buildings. Of particular note is Mount Stewart Estate (National Trust) as well as a traditional coaching inn.
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Background
History
The village (and townland) derives its name from the Grey Abbey, a Cistercian abbey-monastery located on the eastern side of the village, dating from 1193. It was founded by Affreca, daughter of Godred Olafsson, King of the Isles, and wife of John de Courcy, Anglo-Norman conqueror of part of the province of Ulster. Tradition says that Affreca founded the abbey in thanksgiving for a safe landing after a perilous journey at sea. The abbey was colonised with monks from Holmcultram in Cumberland, with which it maintained close ties in the early years. The construction of the stone church began almost immediately. In 1222, and again in 1237, abbots of Grey Abbey went on to become abbots of…
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- Coordinates
- 54.5350, -5.5600
- District
- Ards and North Down
- Postcode
- BT22 2NE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Strangford
- Population
- 939
- Nearest railway station
- Drumawhey Junction — 8.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q135049 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Greyabbey (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Grey Abbey (314914).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Greyabbey is a village in Northern Ireland with a population of 939. Our guide lists nearby attractions within reach.
At a glance
- Population
- 939
- Constituency
- Strangford
- Top categories near here
Things to see in Greyabbey
16 attractions within 12 km. Full guide: things to do in Greyabbey →
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Grey Abbey
Grey Abbey — ruined Cistercian monastery in Co. Down, Northern Ireland.
📷 5Galleries · Northern Ireland
Mount Stewart
Mount Stewart — Historic house museum and garden in Co. Down, Northern Ireland.
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Ballywalter
Ballywalter in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
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Ards and North Down
Ards and North Down in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
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Ballywalter Lifeboat Station
Ballywalter Lifeboat Station in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
📷 3Natural landmarks · Northern Ireland
Squirrel Hide
Squirrel Hide — a other in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
📷 5Archaeological sites · Northern Ireland
Ring Ditch
Ring Ditch — a archaeological in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
📷 3Castles · Northern Ireland
Grey Abbey House
Grey Abbey House — a castle in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
📷 5Follies · Northern Ireland
The Temple of the Winds
The Temple of the Winds — a temple folly in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Abbeys & priories · Northern Ireland
Grey Abbey
Grey Abbey — ruined Cistercian monastery in Co. Down, Northern Ireland.
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Grey Abbey House
Grey Abbey House — a castle in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
📷 5Follies · Northern Ireland
The Temple of the Winds
The Temple of the Winds — a temple folly in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
📷 5Archaeological sites · Northern Ireland
Ring Ditch
Ring Ditch — a archaeological in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
📷 4Where to eat & stay near Greyabbey
Places to stay
📷 5Caravan parks · Northern Ireland
Ballywhiskin Caravan and Camping Park
Ballywhiskin Caravan and Camping Park — a caravan park in northern ireland.
📷 3Campsites · Northern Ireland
The Lodge at Quarterland Bay Camp Site
The Lodge at Quarterland Bay Camp Site — a campsite in northern ireland.
📷 5Hostels · Northern Ireland
Lakewood Secure Care Centre
Lakewood Secure Care Centre — a hostel in northern ireland.
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📷 3Historic pubs · Northern Ireland
Red Lion Pub bombing
Red Lion Pub bombing in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Greyabbey?
- Greyabbey is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT22 2NE).
- What is Greyabbey?
- Greyabbey — village in County Down, Northern Ireland, UK.
- How do I get to Greyabbey?
- The nearest railway station is Drumawhey Junction, about 8.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode BT22 2NE.
- Is Greyabbey free to visit?
- Yes, Greyabbey is free to enter.
- How do I get to Greyabbey?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode BT22 2NE. It sits within the Strangford parliamentary constituency.