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.
Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer Open Day
Various times
As we take the first steps in this shared journey, we invite you to come and see the new Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer and hear about opportunities to get involved.
Riverbank History Walk
10:30am
Discover the hidden history of the woods and riverbanks that form the spectacular setting for the cathedral. Explore their historic features and trace their change from defensive site to Victorian pleasure garden on this 1.5-mile-long walk.
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.
Evensong
5:30pm to 6:15pm •The Nave
Psalm 36
Rubbra in A flat
Exodus Canticle Andrew Reid
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.
An Evening of Kate Bush
7:30pm to 10:00pm
Join for an Evening of Kate Bush performed live by a full band, vocalists and string quartet in Durham Cathedral this September.
