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Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer

Durham Cathedral has unveiled its plans for The Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer, a new focus of hospitality, reflection, and spiritual formation inspired by St Cuthbert and designed to welcome pilgrims and visitors from near and far.

May 2026

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A Treasure and a Legacy: Conservation at Durham Cathedral

10:00am to 4:00pm

Tower climb

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Pentecost Praise is a celebratory service hosted by Durham Cathedral in partnership with local churches.

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Monday - Saturday 09:30am to 4:30pm

Sunday 12:00pm to 4:00pm

There is no admission charge to visit Durham Cathedral. We ask all our visitors to donate £5, if they are able, to support the cathedral's future.

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Explore 200 years of the North East's history, culture and faith at Durham Cathedral

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May 2026

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Morning Prayer

8:30am to 9:00am

Holy Communion

12:30pm to 1:00pm

Evening Prayer

5:30pm to 6:15pm

Compline

8:45pm to 9:00pm

All services

St Cuthbert is the North of England's best-loved saint and his Shrine, just behind the High Altar, continues to be a place of pilgrimage

Learn about the Shrine of St Cuthbert

A welcome from the Dean of Durham

The Very Revd Dr Philip Plyming, Dean of Durham, welcomes you to Durham Cathedral.

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Tom Holland appointed Bede Librarian at Durham Cathedral

Leading historian Tom Holland will speak on Cuthbert, Bede and the Renewal of Culture as part of the Durham Cathedral Institute, marking his appointment to the newly created honorary role of Bede Librarian.

Durham Cathedral welcomes next Bishop of Durham

Durham Cathedral welcomed the Venerable Rick Simpson to a special service of Choral Evensong on Thursday 19 February, following the announcement of his appointment as the next Bishop of Durham.

Durham Cathedral announces The Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer

Durham Cathedral has unveiled its plans for The Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer, a new focus of hospitality, reflection, and spiritual formation inspired by St Cuthbert and designed to welcome pilgrims and visitors from near and far.

Definitely one of the best cathedrals we have visited. Unusually intimate for a cathedral which really adds to the experience."

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Don't miss Durham Cathedral in LEGO®

See the 1.7m high model in Durham Cathedral Museum

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Things to see and do

From the museum to the tower and Harry Potter filming locations, find out what you can explore on a visit to Durham Cathedral.

Faith and worship

Durham Cathedral is an Anglican Cathedral and the central church of the Diocese of Durham. Find out about the daily rhythm of prayer and worship at the cathedral, and how you can join our community.
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Treasures and collections

The Cathedral is home to a stunning collection of treasures, paintings, embroideries, and other historic objects. Some of the items you’ll see on display during your visit are more than 1,000 years old.

The cathedral building and grounds

Learn more about the different parts of the cathedral.

Discover Durham Cathedral's Harry Potter filming locations

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