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Education at Durham Cathedral

Welcome to the Education Service at Durham Cathedral. This magnificent Norman building, a living church with its sense of awe and wonder is the perfect environment to support your work with children and young adults.

Our aim is to provide activities and resources that support RE and the National Curriculum. We employ methods and hands-on activities that will present Durham Cathedral as a unique educational resource and one which can not be replicated in the classroom!

The Education Service is staffed by an Education Officer, Assistant Education Officer and Education Assistant, with a team of talented and experienced volunteers. We have all undergone CRB clearance.

Usually the first response children of all ages make when they enter Durham Cathedral is “Wow!” We hope to build on that response and give children an experience that will linger long in their hearts and minds.

The education pages outline the activities and resources currently available; however, we are happy to adapt them to meet your pupil's needs.

Please contact us on 0191 386 4266 (Ext 4) or email education@durhamcathedral.co.uk for more information and advice.

Mission Statement of Durham Cathedral Education Service:

“To support the work and the objectives of the Chapter of Durham Cathedral to welcome all who visit, regardless of background and intention. To develop Durham Cathedral as a centre for education and to preserve its status as a working church and a World Heritage Site. To promote an understanding of the religious and historical content of Durham Cathedral and precincts past, present and future.”