community
Saul (Sabhall Phádraig)
Saul, County Down, United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) · Britain & Ireland
54.344, -5.675
Tradition. Known from Muirchú (7th century), not from Patrick's own writings.
According to Muirchú's 7th-century Life, the local chief Dichu gave Patrick a barn (sabhall) here, which became his first church in Ireland. Muirchú also says Patrick died here. A small memorial church stands on the site.
Source stance: insider. Irish hagiography.
People and groups named here
- Patrick
- Dichu (local chief)
Sources
- Saul, County Down (Wikipedia)
Wikipedia contributors. Accessed 2026-11-11.
- St. Patrick
Catholic Encyclopedia (1907-1912), public domain; New Advent. Accessed 2026-11-11.
Further reading
Councils here
None in this list.