The Archdeacon of Down is a senior ecclesiastical officer within the Diocese of Down and Dromore.

[1] As such he or she is responsible for the disciplinary supervision of the clergy.

[2] within the diocese.

The archdeaconry can trace its history back to Bernard who held the office in 1268.

[3] The most recent incumbent was David McClay, who was elected Bishop of Down and Dromore on 4 November 2019.