Easter holiday activities 2026

Various dates

Monday 6 April - Sunday 19 April

Every weekday during the Easter break, get crafty painting your own pebble to reflect on the Easter message of the empty tomb or for the first week (6 - 10 April) join a free family-friendly mini tour and discover something new.

Plus, borrow a backpack filled with tools to explore the cathedral, see Durham Cathedral in LEGO® and refuel with the Kids Eat Free offer in the cafe.

Craft Activity

Monday 6 April to Friday 17 April, 11am - 3pm

Every weekday, paint a pebble to reflect on the Easter message of the empty tomb and leave it in our Easter garden, or take it home with you.

  • Where to find us: This craft activity will be in the Learning Centre (directions are available from the Visitor Desk).
  • No need to book simply drop in between 11am and 3pm.


Family Friendly Mini Tours

Monday 6 April to Friday 10 April, 11am-12.30pm and 1pm-3pm

Join us for a free family-friendly mini tour of Durham Cathedral. We are celebrating 40 years as a UNESCO World Heritage site this year, select a mystery object from the bag and find the connection in the building, as we discover something new together.

  • The tours are designed for all ages and take no longer than ten minutes. You are very welcome to join us for more than one!
  • Where to find us: We will start by the Font (which is opposite the Visitor Desk), and a member of the Learning and Engagement team will come to get you when the next tour begins.

Just dropping in...

Monday 6 April - Saturday 18 April, 10am - 4pm (Sundays 11am - 4pm)

  • Pick up a activity leaflet from the Visitor Desk to discover puzzles, colouring and learn about Holy Week and Easter
  • Explore blockbuster filming locations, including the Chapter House
  • Refuel in the Undercroft café with a ‘Kids eat free’ offer
  • Let off steam in the woodlands and riverbanks surrounding the cathedral
  • Kids over 8 years old can climb the 325 steps to the top of the Tower