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Escape into a world of light and sound projections that bring storytelling to life. Gaze up at literary illuminations on Durham Cathedral’s centuries-old architecture at The Storytellers by Luxmuralis.
Luxmuralis returns to Durham for the fourth year – showcasing another spectacular light installation that brings stories out of the pages of their books and into reality.
See words on pages come to light, as you walk through ancient texts and become immersed in the realms of famous author’s imaginations. Explore the worlds of romance, fantasy, poetry and legends, and step back in time to see iconic children’s classics step into the spotlight.
The cathedral will also be filled with a captivating soundscape, celebrating the timeless tradition of sharing stories.
Exclusive ticket offers:
Experience The Storytellers by Luxmuralis at a special discounted rate for the first two nights, Wednesday and Thursday, time slots from 8.15pm to 9.15pm.
Add Magna Carta in the North exhibition tickets to your basket at a discounted rate. See three rare Magna Cartas documents at Durham Cathedral Museum at a date of your choice and also book your slot for The Storytellers by Luxmuralis for just £15 per adult. Please note, both tickets must be booked in the same transaction to receive the discounted price.
Visitor information:
Entry to the cathedral is by a timed ticket and advance booking is essential.
Please aim to arrive at the cathedral at your booked time slot.
You will not be able to enter the cathedral any earlier than your booked time slot.
If you arrive early you will have to queue outside until your booked time slot.
You can enter the cathedral up to 15 minutes after your booked time slot.
If you’re running late, staff will make every effort to allow access.
Tickets are non-refundable, and the date and entry time of a ticket cannot be altered after purchase.
Accessibility:
There are no steps on this route, making it suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs.
About the experience:
In an experience lasting about 45 minutes, visitors will enter the cathedral in darkness through the North Door, before journeying around the cathedral, encountering vibrant projections in different areas of the building, accompanied by an immersive soundscape.
The story unfolds into the North Nave Aisle, through the Quire, offering a moment to look at projections on the High Alter, before journeying through to the Central Nave.
The experience then includes an awe-inspiring projection in the Nave, the central aisle of the cathedral. The space will be clear of pews, and visitors can use the seating at the sides to take a moment to pause, reflect on some of the worlds best stories and literature, as the cathedral’s soaring columns are transformed by light.
As you finish the first chapter in the Nave, you will head through to the Cloisters and see the Chapter House illuminated before exiting through the Galilee Chapel, with the opportunity to light a candle which will close the book of this immersive experience.
If you have a question about booking tickets, please email visitor.desk@durhamcathedral.co.uk
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Magna Carta and the North - Durham Cathedral800 years after the 1225 Magna Carta was issued, this exhibition will feature all six documents, exploring why Durham Cathedral came to have them, what they meant for life in the north of England, and their continuing importance today.
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