|  This is the place where St Patrick is said to have founded a religious establishment in the 5th century. Standing impressively at the end of the village is the six metres tall cross, dating from the 9th century. It is one of Ulster’s finest Early Christian monuments. A stone pillar stands in the churchyard to the great Hugh O’Neill, erected by one of his descendants, a professor of Aberdeen University. The Bardic Theatre Group put on performances and host other events at their theatre space on the edge of the village. The
fascinating history of this area can be experienced
by the visitor on the local Heritage Trail.
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|  In the far southwestern corner of the Borough is Fivemiletown - the name derives from the town’s location five Irish miles from its nearest neighbours of Clogher, Brookeborough and Tempo. Its former name was Baile na Lorgan, which means ‘town on the long hilltop ridge’. An important road junction, it was established as a ‘plantation’ town. The village can boast factories and a large modern creamery that produces a tasty range of award winning cheese. The busy main street is lined with shops and is not far from
various recreational amenities ideal for walking and
fishing. Fivemiletown offers the visitor
accommodation in Hotel, Guest Houses,
Self-Catering and Caravan parks.
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