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Photo: Struell Wells (19), October 2009.JPG via Wikidata Q2357218 License
St. Patrick's Wells
Spring
Rainy today
Struell Wells (Irish: Toibreacha an tSruthail; Ulster-Scots: Struell Waals) are a set of four holy wells in the townland of Struell, 1.5 miles (2.4 km) east of Downpatrick, County Down, Northern Ireland (grid ref: J513442). The wells date from before the time of Saint Patrick, and even today are used for people seeking cures. On Mid-Summer Eve (Saint John's Eve) and the Friday before Lammas, hundreds of pilgrims used to visit Struell.
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Weather at St. Patrick's Wells
50°F, Patchy rain nearby · H 55° / L 45° · 37% chance of rain3-day forecast
H: 55° L: 45°
Patchy rain nearby

50°
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Feels like 46°
Precipitation
37%
Humidity
89%
Wind
10 mph
UV Index
0
Weather notes:
🌧️Rain expected
12 AM

47°
3 AM

45°
6 AM

49°
9 AM

50°
12 PM

55°
3 PM

54°
6 PM

50°
9 PM

51°
Frequently asked questions
- Where is St. Patrick's Wells?
- St. Patrick's Wells is a spring in Northern Ireland.
- Can you swim at St. Patrick's Wells?
- There is no fixed answer for St. Patrick's Wells: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at St. Patrick's Wells in Northern Ireland. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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Location & Contact
Northern Ireland
💡 Best times & visiting tips
- ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
- ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
- ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
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