Archaeological sites · Northern Ireland
Old Ship
In or near Killyleagh.
Old Ship — a archaeological in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.

Eric Jones — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Inch Abbey · 2.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Old Ship is a archaeological located in northern-ireland, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The Old Ship is an archaeological site located in Northern Ireland. It is notable for its historical significance and offers insights into maritime heritage. The site is recognised for its contributions to understanding the region's past.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 54.3451, -5.7001
- District
- Newry, Mourne and Down
- Postcode
- BT30 6WR
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Down
- Nearest railway station
- Inch Abbey — 2.5 km
Sources
- osm: node/12327398583 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Old Ship?
- Old Ship is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT30 6WR).
- What is Old Ship?
- Old Ship — a archaeological in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Old Ship?
- The nearest railway station is Inch Abbey, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode BT30 6WR.
- Is Old Ship free to visit?
- Yes, Old Ship is free to enter.
- How do I get to Old Ship?
- The nearest railway station is Inch Abbey, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BT30 6WR.