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23 things to look forward to in 2023
Durham Cathedral Museum Family Fun Trail - closed until further notice.
Durham Cathedral
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3EH
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3EH
Tel: +44 0191 386 4266
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Recent Reviews:
- 366kayGreater London, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyLove coming back
Thursday, 29th December 2022We visited last time three years ago, so we were very keen to come back on our visit up North. Such a large and magnificent cathedral, you always discover something new. The stained glass windows are... Read full review - reneeandbabymingLincsTrip Type:FamilyCathedral TourSaturday, 31st December 2022A wonderful Cathedral guided tour. Very informative and historically significant. A big thank you to Margret Potter for her excellent insights and knowledge. Read full review
- Paul BThirsk, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesAn Amazing BuildingMonday, 30th January 2023This is a truly amazing building. We spent all day in here! Some of the extra time we took was possibly because my partner happens to be blind and there were many things that I had to read to her. We... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2023 (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023) |
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* The Cathedral is open for worship and private prayer between 0730 and 0930 Monday to Saturday; 0745 and 1230 on Sunday. Occasionally because of a special service or event full access to whole of the Cathedral may be restricted. Please contact the Cathedral Office if you wish to visit on a particular day, especially when travelling far.
Highlights...
Durham Cathedral, Durham CityThought by many to be the finest example of Norman church architecture in England, with the tombs of St Cuthbert and The Venerable Bede. Please check opening times before travelling.
Durham City, Durham CityA beautiful city with winding cobbled streets packed with history, culture and stunning architecture. Guarded by the River Wear, Durham City with its dramatic skyline never fails to impress.
Durham Cathedral Museum, Durham CityExplore 2000 years of the North East’s history, culture and faith at Durham Cathedral Museum. Step into the octagonal Great Kitchen and get up close to iconic symbols of Durham, including the Sanctuary Ring and St Cuthbert’s Pectoral Cross.
Durham Cathedral Tower, Durham CityDurham Cathedral Towers
Enjoy spectacular views of the historic city of Durham and the surrounding countryside by climbing the cathedral’s Central Towers. Make a climb up the towers, the high point of your visit to Durham Cathedral.
Visitors can conquer the 325 steps and enjoy unrivalled views…
Durham Cathedral Museum, Durham CityExplore 2000 years of the North East’s history, culture and faith at Durham Cathedral Museum. Step into the octagonal Great Kitchen and get up close to iconic symbols of Durham, including the Sanctuary Ring and St Cuthbert’s Pectoral Cross.
