.png)
to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
.png){kind=icon}
(1).png){kind=icon}
Durham Cathedral
The College
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3EH
Tel: +44 0191 386 4266
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Admission to the Cathedral | Free |
| Open Treasure: Adults | £7.50 per ticket type |
The Chapter of Durham is committed to providing free entry for all. When you visit, please donate as generously as you can so that free entry can remain. We suggest a donation of £3 per person.
Admission to Open Treasure: Adults: £7.50, children aged 5-18: £2.50
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016
TripAdvisor
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2019 (1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Saturday | 09:30 | - 18:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30 | - 17:30 |
| Bank Holiday | 09:30 | - 18:00 |
| 2019 (1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Saturday | 09:30 | - 18:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30 | - 17:30 |
| Bank Holiday | 09:30 | - 18:00 |
* 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.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A1(M). From the A1(M) take the A690 to Durham city centre. 3 Park and Ride facilities within the city.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Durham Station. From the station go into the city centre and follow the signs for the cathedral or take the Cathedral Bus (every 20 minutes until 1730 - please ring for times 0870 608 2608).
You May Also Like...
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.
Open Treasure Family Fun Trail, Durham CityVisiting a large, open space like this exhibition can be quite an experience for toddlers! There are so many exciting things to look at, smells to sniff, activities to try out and tiny steps to walk. We have put together this backpack to help younger visitors explore the exhibition.
Monday, 11th February 2019 - Saturday, 1st June 2019
Feasting and Fasting: The Great Kitchen at Durham CathedralThe 14th Century Kitchen is one of the highlights of the Cathedral's world-class museum experience, Open Treasure. Today, it houses the Treasures of St Cuthbert, but it has seen many changes over the centuries. - more info
Friday, 25th October 2019 - Friday, 25th October 2019
Durham Cathedral: The Choral Pilgrimage 2019Our 2019 Choral Pilgrimage brings together music past and present, highlighting The Sixteen’s choral journey over the last 40 years. 19:30- more info
Monday, 7th October 2019 - Saturday, 18th January 2020
Tuesday, 11th June 2019 - Saturday, 28th September 2019
Durham Cathedral: The Vikings in NorthumbriaThis exhibition in Open Treasure, Durham Cathedral's award-winning museum experience, traces the history of Vikings in North East England. Telling of the devastating raids on Lindisfarne in 793 AD & how the Community of St Cuthbert searched for a safe home for their saint after leaving Lindisfarne...- more info
Sunday, 10th March 2019 - Friday, 31st May 2019
Durham Cathedral: Undercroft Restaurant exhibition: Stephen BainbridgeStephen has worked with acrylic and watercolour for forty years, and his works reflect a lifelong passion for the days of steam railways. A selling exhibition in the Cathedral's Undercroft Restaurant.
- more info
Friday, 7th June 2019 - Friday, 7th June 2019
Friday, 14th June 2019 - Friday, 14th June 2019
Friday, 21st June 2019 - Friday, 21st June 2019
Friday, 28th June 2019 - Friday, 28th June 2019
Friday, 12th July 2019 - Friday, 12th July 2019
Friday, 19th July 2019 - Friday, 19th July 2019
Durham Cathedral: Under 5's Forest SchoolDevelop your child’s love of the outdoors by exploring Durham Cathedral’s woodlands and riverbanks in tailored sessions for little learners, led by Durham Cathedral’s Education team. 5 sessions on Friday mornings. Cost £20 for the 5 sessions, parents free.- more info
Friday, 21st June 2019 - Friday, 21st June 2019
Durham Cathedral: Photography MorningA special opportunity to spend a summer morning with your camera inside Durham Cathedral. No flash is permitted in the Cathedral but tripods are welcome. Tickets available from the Visitor Desk in the Cathedral between 9.30 – 16.30- more info
Friday, 16th August 2019 - Friday, 16th August 2019
Durham Cathedral: Rock Choir ConcertA spectacular display of uplifting, feel-good pop, rock and contemporary chart songs performed by the Durham, Chester-Le-Street & Sunderland Rock Choir. 19:30- more info
Thursday, 29th August 2019 - Thursday, 29th August 2019
Durham Cathedral: Photography EveningA special opportunity to spend a summer evening with your camera inside Durham Cathedral. Tickets: £10 per camera, (£7.50 tickets for students with valid student ID and under 18's) which will include a cup of tea or coffee. No flash is permitted in the Cathedral but tripods are welcome.
Tickets...- more info
Sunday, 10th November 2019 - Sunday, 10th November 2019
Durham Cathedral: Special Service: Remembrance SundayThe Cathedral Community is joined by military representatives and dignitaries to remember those who have given their lives for their country and the serving soldiers who put their lives at risk today. Service followed by wreath-laying and a formal parade.- more info
Saturday, 14th December 2019 - Saturday, 14th December 2019
Durham Cathedral: Christmas with Durham Cathedral ChoirJoin Durham Cathedral Choir and the Reg Vardy Band for a spectacular candlelit evening of festive classics.- more info
Saturday, 1st June 2019 - Sunday, 30th June 2019
Summer in the City FestivalSummer in the City Festival is taking over Durham City this June, celebrating the best of the city’s theatre, music and art.
Throughout June, Durham City will be packed full of cultural events for everyone to enjoy. Durham University, Durham County Council and regional artists bring you a dynamic...- more info
