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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:
- Excellent4769
- Very Good1102
- Average144
- Poor43
- Terrible41
Recent Reviews:
- christineeskilds2018Lanchester, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyDurham cathedral
Tuesday, 19th February 2019Amazing Cathedral and the link to Harry Potter makes it magical for the children especially the secret door. Nice cafe and gift shop. Light a candle while you are there and gaze at the stained glass... Read full review - Claire AMiddlesbrough, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyBreathtaking!!!
Tuesday, 19th February 2019Beautiful Durham Cathedral. The Evensong service made us cry it was so wonderful it was overwhelming! The voices of angels, outstanding choir. A must visit! Read full review - johntE1965HYDurham CathedralThursday, 21st February 2019If you like magnificent buildings and remarkable architecture then Durham Cathedral will impress. Admission is FREE but there are tours etc for which a fee is charged. The cafe is great both in its... 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 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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