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Notices
Below you will find information that may affect your visit to the Cathedral, such as road closures, limited access to the Cathedral, or significant changes to services. Information with long-term relevance can be found in News.
A Statement from the Chapter of Durham Cathedral
On the morning of Friday 3rd of September, Michael Lassen, who was working on the installation of a new stained glass window at Durham Cathedral, fell from a ladder and was admitted to the General Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne. We deeply regret to have to report that he died on Wednesday 8th September.
The Very Reverend Michael Sadgrove, Dean of Durham, said today “Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Lassen’s family and friends following the very sad incident in the Cathedral. The cause of his fall is not yet known and Cathedral staff are co-operating fully with the relevant authorities as enquiries continue.”
Visitor Access Restrictions and Service Times on Sunday
On Sunday 12th September 2010, the Cathedral will be closed (except to those attending services) from 10am until 4.15pm. This is to allow for preparations for two special services occurring during the day. If you are planning to visit the Cathedral on Sunday, you are advised to avoid doing so during these times.
Service times will also be slightly different to normal. Morning Prayer will be held at 9am (instead of the usual time of 10am) and Sung Eucharist will be at 10am (instead of 11.15am).
At 12.45pm the DLI Reunion Service will be held. Whilst this is a public service, it is primarily intended for those with a connection to the DLI.
Evensong at 3.30pm will commemorate the Battle of Britain.
You are, of course, welcome to join us for any of these services. We apologise for any inconvenience or disappointment that the closure of the Cathedral to visitors may cause.
The Durham Big Ride - Sunday 12 September
The Cathedral has formed a team to take part in the 2010 Durham Big Ride on Sunday 12 September. This is the fourth year for this annual bike ride around Durham and, as they did last year, the Cathedral Team will be peddling hard to raise money in support of the Cathedral’s Music Outreach Programme. The Outreach Programme creates opportunities for children age 8 – 13 to participate in and enjoy music making through singing. Anyone can sing, and the benefits can be life changing. It is good aerobic exercise and helps develop cognitive learning skills. Participating in music making can boost confidence and encourage positive social skills.
You can sponsor the team online at http://www.justgiving.com/Ruth-Robson <http://www.justgiving.com/Ruth-Robson> or, if you prefer, you can send a cheque (made payable to Durham Cathedral) to the Development Office, marking your envelope “Durham Big Ride”.
Please feel free to pass on the Justgiving web-link to anyone you know who may be interested in lending their support.
Vacancy: Alto (Counter-Tenor) Choral Scholar
from October 2010
Closing date: Wednesday 20 October 2010
For more information, please contact:
The Organist, James Lancelot,
6 The College, Durham DH1 3EQ
Tel. 0191 386 4766
Autumn Lunchtime Concert Series
Mondays at 1.15 p.m.
13 September Oliver Brett (piano) Prior's Hall
20 September Oliver Brett (piano) Prior's Hall
11 Octoeber James Lancelot (piano) Prior's Hall
25 October Matthew Dunn (organ) Cathedral
8 November Keith Wright (harpsichord) Chapter House
22 November Oliver Brett (piano) Prior's Hall
Free admission: retiring collection
During Oliver Brett’s recitals he will play Schubert’s last three Piano Sonatas
Interface at the Cathedral - 11th - 19th September
Interface is pleased to present an exhibition of artwork incorporating a wide variety of styles and media.
These include: Traditional and Digital Painting, printmaking, weaving, ceramics, glass, video and photography.
This exhibition is open to the public and there is no entry fee.
Please come along to the Galilee Chapel and show Interface your support.