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Amid scenic country views, this is an important and early Catholic church which has an impressive external design, an intimate and authentic interior and a unique story from construction in stages from a simple rectangular structure in 1785 to housing the bell which was the first one to ring out in the diocese since penal times ahead of the bell at Armagh Cathedral.

Set in the grounds of Etal Manor, this church designed by William Butterfield was built 1856-58 by Lady Augusta FitzClarence as a burial place for her husband Lord Frederick, one of the illegitimate sons of King William IV.

The beautiful building is located in the very west of County Fermanagh not far from the village of Garrison close to the shores of Lough Melvin, it is steeped in history as far back as the Vikings.

Aghadoweys 300 year history has at its centre worship and education, our members continue show care for each other and reach out to others.

The chapel dates to January 1839, pre famine times and is of historic significance locally and in County Fermanagh.

Visitors have described the church in the visitors book as 'impressive' and 'lovely'; they admire the particular peaceful quality of the building.

Set in a conservation village the church, built in 1160, remains one of the finest examples of a Norman church still in use in Scotland.

In creating this commanding church, architect Reginald Fairlie was said to be inspired by the Church of the Holy Rude in Stirling.

Fine example of a rural parish Kirk, with outstanding views across open countryside.

This distinctive church was created by architect Sir Robert Rowand Anderson and was constructed 1885-6.

Follow in the footsteps of the ancient monks who built their priory here nearly 1,400 years ago, and explore the wild coastal beauty of Holy Island.

The church was designed by famous architect Charles Lanyon, and is an excellent source of information, through parish records, for anyone tracing their family tree.