Cathedral Stonemason carves new stone replica of the Sanctuary Ring
Visitors to Durham Cathedral can now see a remarkable hand-carved stone replica of the Cathedral's iconic Sanctuary Ring, created by Durham Cathedral stonemason Steve Mann.
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Advent and Christmas
This season is a special time of year and continues into the new year here at Durham Cathedral.
Calendar
November 2026
The completion of the Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer marks an important milestone in our long-term vision to strengthen pilgrimage, prayer and spiritual engagement in the North East and beyond.
Visiting times
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.
Explore 200 years of the North East's history, culture and faith at Durham Cathedral
Service times
Calendar
November 2026
Services on Sunday 15th November 2026
Holy Communion
8:00am to 8:30am
Sung Eucharist
10:00am to 11:00am
Junior Church
10:00am to 11:00am
Refreshments in the Galilee Chapel
11:00am to 11:30am
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
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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