Morning Prayer
8:30am to 9:00am •The Shrine of St Cuthbert
Morning Prayer is a said service with prayers, psalms and bible readings. We pray for God’s blessing for the day ahead, for the world and those in need. The service lasts around 30 minutes.
Living Stones: Archaeology at Durham Cathedral
10:00am to 4:00pm
Discover how the site of Durham Cathedral has been studied in the past, the artefacts found nearby and in surrounding villages and the people behind the work.
Tower climb
Various times
Conquer the 325 spiral steps to the top of our Central Tower from where you can enjoy unrivalled views over our historic city of Durham.
Holy Communion
12:30pm to 1:00pm
A service of prayers and Bible readings, in which we offer bread and wine to God in thanksgiving for his goodness to us, which we receive back as the body and blood of Christ. The service lasts around 30 minutes.
Stained Glass Tour
1:00pm
Join a 90 minute guided tour of the stained glass windows of Durham Cathedral. For centuries, stained glass has transformed the spaces of Durham Cathedral and each window tells a story. Some remember people and events; others explore faith, hope, and renewal. Together, they reveal history and heritage through the creativity of generations of makers.
Cathedral tour
Various times
Join our experienced guides on a one hour tour of the Cathedral to learn the fascinating history of the building and those who have lived and worshipped on this site for over a thousand years.
Evensong
5:30pm to 6:15pm •The Nave
Psalm 9
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When Mary through the garden went Stanford
Evensong is a service of bible readings, psalms and prayers. The Choir sing for us accompanied, usually, by organ music. We follow the service using the Book of Common Prayer of 1662 giving thanks for the day that has past. The service lasts around 45 minutes.