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Vision 2033

We've recently launched our hopes, prayers and plans for the years leading up to 2033. Find out more about our four priorities of Encountering God, Pilgrimage, Prayer and Proclamation

July 2025

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Magna Carta and the North

10:00am to 4:00pm

Durham Cathedral Museum

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Tower climb

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Cathedral tour

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Until 2 November, see three rare Magna Cartas, plus explore contemporary artwork throughout the cathedral and delve deeper with the thought-provoking events programme.

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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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July 2025

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Morning Prayer

8:30am to 9:00am

Holy Communion

12:30pm to 1:00pm

Evensong

5:30pm to 6:15pm

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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Latest news from Durham Cathedral

Magna Carta and the North exhibition opens at Durham Cathedral inviting visitors to reflect on power, justice, and legacy

The first visitors have described the Magna Carta and the North exhibition as 'powerful' and 'striking'

Durham Cathedral celebrates the launch of national heritage skills programme supported by £1.5m funding

Durham Cathedral is proud to be part of an exciting, new initiative to safeguard the future of the UK’s historic buildings. It’s one of 14 incredible cathedrals participating in the ‘Benefact Trust Scholars Programme’.

Cathedral service returns for Durham Miners' Gala 2025

The hugely popular Miners' Festival Service at Durham Cathedral will return on Saturday 12 July as part of the Durham Miners' Gala. The service, which takes place at 3pm, has been part of every Gala since 1897.

Durham Cathedral launches plans for Vision 2033

During Hospitality Week, Durham Cathedral has shared its plans and focus with staff, volunteers, Friends of Durham Cathedral, stakeholders and Diocesan colleagues for the next 8 years.

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

Explore everything Durham Cathedral has to offer

Tower climb visitors

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.
Cathedral during Autumn

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

Relive the Magic

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