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Durham Cathedral
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The Chapter Office
The College
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3EH
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
Certificate of Excellence 2018
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent4584
- Very Good1065
- Average139
- Poor40
- Terrible47
Recent Reviews:
- quetzeTrip Type:CouplesMagnificent
Tuesday, 18th September 2018A beautiful space. A very friendly welcome. Lots of information. Glorious windows such peace and tranquility. Excellent extra facilities, catering, toilets etc. Also a must see is the fabulous Lego... Read full review - toko_1965Barnard Castle, United KingdomTrip Type:Friends getawayHistory HistoryTuesday, 18th September 2018Walking through the cathedral and it's history makes you wonder how long it took to make it. The fact that convicts took asylum there for 7 days before they got deported. The Archbishop giving the... Read full review
- ACKER49Maidenhead, United KingdomTrip Type:Friends getawayVisit if you haven'tTuesday, 18th September 2018Every time I visit Durham I spend time in the cathedral. It offers impressive architecture, centuries of history and quite contemplation. Sit quietly at the grave of St Cuthbert, read the Roll of... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2018 (1 Jan 2018 - 31 Dec 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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).
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Saturday, 29th July 2017 - Monday, 31st December 2018
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Thursday, 6th December 2018 - Thursday, 6th December 2018
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Tuesday, 25th September 2018 - Tuesday, 25th September 2018
Durham Cathedral - Armistice: Living with the PeaceOn 11 November 1918 an armistice ended the war in Western Europe, although peace would not fully return for many more months. Commemorating the 100th anniversary of this momentous event, this exhibition explores what it meant for the people of Durham and the north east.- more info
Friday, 28th December 2018 - Friday, 28th December 2018
Durham Cathedral: The Snowman TourThe Snowman Tour returns to Durham Cathedral following the success of last year's tour. This tour also features the Bear and the Piano by David Litchfield, an animated film of the award-winning book with the voice of Joanna Lumley.
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Saturday, 15th December 2018 - Saturday, 15th December 2018
Christmas with Durham Cathedral Choir - The MessiahDurham Cathedral Choir is joined by the Avison Ensemble, for a festive performance of Handel's famous oratorio. Soloists will be from within Durham Cathedral Choir, the orchestra is led by Pavlo Beznosiuk.- more info
Sunday, 14th April 2019 - Sunday, 14th April 2019
Durham Cathedral: St John PassionDurham Cathedral Choir joins forces with the Avison Ensemble to perform Bach’s stunning St John Passion on the evening of Palm Sunday 2019.- more info
Saturday, 3rd November 2018 - Saturday, 3rd November 2018
Durham Cathedral: British Sign Language Tour of Open TreasureWe invite visitors to join our innovative tours of the whole of Open Treasure, incorporating both our permanent displays and temporary exhibitions, Armistice: Living with the peace.- more info
Saturday, 10th November 2018 - Saturday, 10th November 2018
Durham Cathedral: Festival of Remembrance ConcertA moving concert to remember those who have given their lives for their country and serving soldiers who put their lives at risk for our liberties today. - more info
Monday, 8th October 2018 - Monday, 8th October 2018
Durham Book Festival: Catherine Bird: The Dark Side of GodDrawing on her travels to the darkest and most Northerly inhabited place in the world, Cathy Bird challenges the universal assumption that associates darkness with fear and evil. - more info
Friday, 30th November 2018 - Sunday, 2nd December 2018
Durham Cathedral: Local Producer's MarketAn opportunity to purchase local produce and artisan goods in the unique setting of the Cathedral Cloister. Visit the Cathedral stall in the Cloister, and the Marquee on Palace Green, to find unique Christmas gifts.- more info
Tuesday, 4th December 2018 - Tuesday, 4th December 2018
Durham Cathedral: Carol Service: NHSSpecial Service of Carols - Durham and Darlington NHS.
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Saturday, 13th October 2018 - Saturday, 13th October 2018
Sunday, 23rd December 2018 - Sunday, 23rd December 2018
Durham Cathedral: Carols for ChildrenA traditional 30-minute carol service for families.- more info
Sunday, 16th December 2018 - Sunday, 16th December 2018
Durham Cathedral: Special Service - Lighting of the Christmas Tree and Blessing of the CribWatch as the lights on the magnificent 20 feet tall Norwegian spruce are switched on.- more info
Sunday, 16th December 2018 - Sunday, 16th December 2018
Durham Cathedral: Special Service: St Cuthbert's Hospice 'Light Up a Life'The winter season can be a poignant time for those missing a friend or a loved one.- more info
Monday, 31st December 2018 - Monday, 31st December 2018
Durham Cathedral: Special Service - Durham Churches Together New Year's Eve ServiceJoin with the churches of Durham and gather for a service of reflection on the past, of thanksgiving for the blessings of God in the present and of hope for the year to come.- more info
Saturday, 22nd December 2018 - Monday, 24th December 2018
Durham Cathedral: Special Service - Festival of Nine Lessons and CarolsAll are welcome to attend our traditional Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, which always starts in darkness with a solo chorister singing the first verse of Once in Royal David's City.- more info
Monday, 15th October 2018 - Tuesday, 16th October 2018
Durham Cathedral: Henry VMarking the centenary of the First World War Armistice of 1918, award-winning theatre company Antic Disposition present their critically acclaimed adaptation of Henry V in Durham Cathedral for two special performances. 7.30pm
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