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The cathedral building and grounds
Faith and worship
Caring for the cathedral
Treasures and collections
Music at the cathedral
Durham Cathedral Institute
Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer

Durham Cathedral is an iconic visitor attraction, a pilgrimage destination, a cultural events venue, the mother church of the Anglican Diocese of Durham, and is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The cathedral building and grounds

Learn more about the different parts of the cathedral.
Cathedral during Autumn

Treasures and collections

The Cathedral is home to a stunning collection of treasures, paintings, embroideries, and other historic objects. Some of the items you’ll see on display during your visit are more than 1,000 years old.

Faith and worship

Durham Cathedral is an Anglican Cathedral and the central church of the Diocese of Durham. Find out about the daily rhythm of prayer and worship at the cathedral, and how you can join our community.

Music at the cathedral

Music has been offered in worship since Biblical times. It can speak to people of all faiths and of none, and point the way to God.

Durham Cathedral Institute

The Durham Cathedral Institute facilitates public discussions of current affairs and issues affecting the North East of England.