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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 2019
- Excellent5071
- Very Good1169
- Average151
- Poor49
- Terrible43
Recent Reviews:
- carolinewolversonCottingham, United KingdomWonderful architecture
Sunday, 15th September 2019Plenty of friendly and helpful volunteers on hand to give additional information. Really lovely building. Particularly enjoyed the ww1 memorial area. Read full review - ken069Kathmandu, NepalTrip Type:Friends getawayWorth a dayWednesday, 18th September 2019So much to do and see. The open treasury was varied and engaging. The cafe provided tasty refreshments and the cathedral gardens were a delight. Read full review
- mgsnorwichNorwich, United KingdomExcellent morning's activitiesWednesday, 18th September 2019Standing proud across Durham's peninsula, The Cathedral dominates Durham's skyline. Arrive from the market place and, as you progress up Owen Gate, the full glory of the building is revealed... Read full review
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 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).
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Saturday, 30th November 2019 - Saturday, 30th November 2019
Sunday, 1st December 2019 - Sunday, 1st December 2019
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Friday, 25th October 2019 - Friday, 25th October 2019
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Monday, 7th October 2019 - Saturday, 18th January 2020
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Tuesday, 11th June 2019 - Saturday, 28th September 2019
The Vikings in Northumbria: Durham CathedralThis 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
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Special Service: Remembrance Sunday: Durham Cathedral:The 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
Christmas with Durham Cathedral Choir: Durham Cathedral:Join Durham Cathedral Choir and the Reg Vardy Band for a spectacular candlelit evening of festive classics.- more info
Saturday, 5th October 2019 - Saturday, 5th October 2019
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Undercroft Restaurant exhibition: Norman Wade: Durham Cathedral:A selling exhibition of prints of Durham Cathedral by local artist Norman Wade.- more info
Wednesday, 9th October 2019 - Wednesday, 9th October 2019
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Special service: Advent Procession with Carols: Durham Cathedral:All are welcome to attend a service of lessons and carols for Advent in preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus at Christmas. Music is sung by Durham Cathedral Choir. As these are very popular services, members of the congregation are advised to arrive in good time. All are welcome to…- more info
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Sunday, 22nd December 2019 - Sunday, 22nd December 2019
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Tuesday, 24th December 2019 - Tuesday, 24th December 2019
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Tuesday, 24th December 2019 - Tuesday, 24th December 2019
Special service: Midnight Eucharist: Durham Cathedral:Celebrate the birth of Christ through music, prayer and Holy Communion as Christmas Eve becomes Christmas Day. This is a most joyful celebration of the Eucharist and all are welcome to attend. Sung by the gentleman of the Cathedral Choir, with invited sopranos. 11:00- more info
Tuesday, 31st December 2019 - Tuesday, 31st December 2019
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Saturday, 30th November 2019 - Saturday, 30th November 2019
Sunday, 1st December 2019 - Sunday, 1st December 2019
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Sunday, 1st December 2019 - Sunday, 1st December 2019
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Monday, 21st October 2019 - Monday, 21st October 2019
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Monday, 25th November 2019 - Monday, 25th November 2019
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Monday, 27th January 2020 - Monday, 27th January 2020
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Monday, 16th March 2020 - Monday, 16th March 2020
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