Advent and Christmas

Advent and Christmas is a special time of year and there are lots of ways in which you can enjoy the festive season at Durham Cathedral.

During this special time of year, we welcome all to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.

There are many special services throughout the season starting with Advent Procession at the start of December and continuing to Christmas Day services, before we enter into the season of Epiphany and Candlemas.

We hope during this time you will join us for a traditional service, hear choral music sung by the Choirs of Durham Cathedral, experience Christmas concerts, or bring the family for a winter day out in the atmospheric cathedral.

Special Services

Experience a service that has an atmospheric feel including glowing candlelight, incense smoke and choral singing.

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Music and Concerts

Music fills the cathedral this November and December with music events, carols and choir services.

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Family Favourites

Bring the whole family to Durham Cathedral in this festive period, with family-friendly services and activities.

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Christmas opening times

There are some changes to opening hours during the Christmas period for the Undercroft Cafe, Shop and Museum. You can see the updated times here.