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How to explore Durham more sustainably
Durham Cathedral
From
£5.00
The Cathedral Office
The College
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3EH
The College
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3EH
Tel: +44 191 338 7178
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Admission suggestion | £5.00 per ticket type |
Although Durham Cathedral does not charge an admission fee, it depends on donations from visitors to remain open. Please donate £5 per person if you are able to support Durham Cathedral's future.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016 - Regional and Miscellaneous
WTTC Safe Travels 2021
TripAdvisor
Travelers Choice 2022
- Excellent5389
- Very Good1257
- Average174
- Poor56
- Terrible51
Recent Reviews:
- annieS2021Newport, United KingdomWorth it just to see the rose window
Monday, 20th June 2022Wonderful to see and wander round. No obligation to rush. Because of the queuing / system on entry we were advised it was free to look round but that there was an optional recommended donation of... Read full review - unicartSofia, Bulgariamagical placeTuesday, 21st June 2022Incredibly beautiful architecture. Exquisite stained glass. The view is fantastic. You can spend hours in silent contemplation. Read full review
- vrp242Comox, CanadaLoved this ancient cathedralSunday, 26th June 2022This Normal cathedral is beautiful and has such a spiritual atmosphere. The massive columns and Norman arches are so interesting, as are the tombs of St. Cuthbert and the Venerable Bede. Has a... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
COVID-19 Response
- 2m distancing in place
- Capacity limit
- Clear signage
- Contactless payment possible
- COVID-19 measures in place
- COVID-19 risk assessment completed
- Face mask essential (not provided)
- Hand sanitizer available to visitors & staff
- Hygiene screens in place
- One way system
- Open now
- Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Provider Facilities
- Event Venue
Provider Features
- In town/city centre
- Indoor Attraction
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2022 (1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Saturday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 | - 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
* Outside of these times, the cathedral is also open for public services. Find details at https://www.durhamcathedral.co.uk/worship-music/regular-services
Sometimes repair work, a special event or service means that access to all or parts of the cathedral may be limited. Knowing that many people often travel from a distance to visit, the cathedral tries to minimise these times and includes information for people planning their visit at the bottom of this page: https://www.durhamcathedral.co.uk/visit-us/opening-times. You can also contact the visitor desk at Durham Cathedral on visitor.desk@durhamcathedral.co.uk or 0191 338 7178.
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.
Durham Cathedral Museum Family Fun Trail - closed until further notice., 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.
The Way of Light, HexhamWelcome to a breath-taking trail that transports you from the dawn of Christianity through to contemporary pilgrimage via Dark Ages battles that changed a region’s faith, abbeys that matched Rome for majesty and a stunning seminary that taught England ’s leading ecclesiastics.
The Angel's Way, Whitley BayTraverse Tyneside in all its multi-faceted allure, from a sandy seaside village to the site that once housed St Cuthbert’s remains through a titanic legacy of medieval magic, Industrial Age endeavour and sheer contemporary class.
The Way of Learning, JarrowGain the ultimate enlightenment on The Way of Learning as it takes you on the trail of England’s original scholar, the Venerable Bede through a rich legacy of the North East’s foremost industry, inventiveness and innovation.
The Way of Life, DarlingtonThe Way of Life is one wondrous route: healing waters, one of England ’s oldest churches and a palatial castle where Prince Bishops once resided, plus places where St Cuthbert made miracles occur.
The Way of Love, HartlepoolThe Way of Love follows the influence of three of the most important female figures in the establishment of Christianity in England - St Hilda, St Helena and St Mary Magdalene - whilst mixing maritime and mining heritage, nationally-important nature reserves and the North East’s iconic denes.
Friday, 3rd June 2022 - Sunday, 31st July 2022
Summer in the City FestivalSummer in the City, Durham University’s annual arts festival returns for 2022, bringing an entire season of visual arts and entertainment to venues across the city and beyond.- more info
