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Durham Cathedral
The College
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3EH
Tel: +44 0191 338 7178
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Admission suggestion | £3.00 per ticket type |
| 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
Admission: Suggested donation £3.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2019
- Excellent5240
- Very Good1201
- Average159
- Poor52
- Terrible47
Recent Reviews:
- linh0wLiverpool, United KingdomCoach Trip out 15/3/2020
Thursday, 19th March 2020My partner and I visited this beautiful building, but we were not allowed to enter certain areas unless we were part of the congregation because there was a church service in progress. We did however... Read full review - JoeHettonHeaton, United KingdomStand in awe!
Thursday, 30th April 2020I have lived near Durham for many years now but never tire of popping into the cathedral just to stand in the central aisle and soak up the mastery of the masons. The columns of stone supporting the... Read full review - MilespergallonTrip Type:FamilyMr Cummings visitTuesday, 26th May 2020Well worth the 260 mile midnight drive in my trusty land rover that does 275 miles to the gallon Kind Regards Dom Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Access Information
Opening Times
| Season (1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Saturday | 09:30 | - 18:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30 | - 17:30 |
| Bank Holiday | 09:30 | - 18:00 |
* The cathedral is normally open from 7.30am to 6pm, but is open until 8pm from 1-5 July and from 22 July to 26 August 2019. 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).
Highlights...
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.
Saturday, 12th September 2020 - Friday, 6th November 2020
Museum of the Moon to land at Durham CathedralMuseum of the Moon is a breath-taking seven-metre-wide moon sculpture, which marries together detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface, with moonlight and surround sound composition by BAFTA and Ivor Novello award winning composer Dan Jones. The Moon will be suspended in the air in the unrivalled…- more info
Monday, 10th August 2020 - Monday, 10th August 2020
Thursday, 27th August 2020 - Thursday, 27th August 2020
Children's Bat Watch- Durham CathedralJoin us for bat themed activities in the cloister.- more info
