Take time for reflection and prayer, enjoy a family-friendly day out, and explore history on your doorstep.Friday 20 May: opening hours are 10am-1pm, due to a funeral in the afternoon.
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Durham Cathedral is open daily as a working church, pilgrimage destination, regional heritage icon and exciting day out.
Explore Durham Cathedral at dusk as it opens its doors for a special evening event. Explore the museum, climb the tower and step into secret spaces which are open exclusively for this event.
28 May to 5 June
Enjoy a picnic in the cloisters, a royal-themed museum exhibition, a celebratory service and more at Durham Cathedral to celebrate Her Majesty the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
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A unique experience telling the tales of the cathedral, leading you through the medieval monastery including the Great Kitchen and Monks' Dormitory. Step into over 1000 years of stories and see the remarkable treasures of St Cuthbert.
Enjoy amazing views over Durham City and the countryside beyond. Multiple climbs run every day, limited to 6 people per climb.
Learn fascinating facts about Durham Cathedral, including the Shrine of St Cuthbert, Romanesque architecture and stained glass.
A range of online resources to guide your prayer and worship.
Free family-friendly trails developed by local people to help you explore the woodlands and riverbanks surrounding Durham Cathedral. Trails on nature, history, pilgrimage, photography and geology.
Find and apply for the latest vacancies at the cathedral.
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