Concerts and evening events

The exhibition explores the rites of Sanctuary, the position of the Bishop of Durham which was unique in England for holding both spiritual and secular power within their diocese. Alongside, a deep dive into recorded cases, prison cells and courts within the cathedral walls.

Children aged 0 to 18 are invited to learn more about the Christian Gospel through storytelling and exciting craft activities every Sunday during term time.

Book your ticket to explore 2000 years of the North East’s history, culture and faith at Durham Cathedral Museum at your own pace. Step into the octagonal Great Kitchen and get up close to iconic symbols of Durham, including the Sanctuary Ring and St Cuthbert’s Pectoral Cross. Your ticket will give you access to the latest exhibition, which is Courts and Coroners: The Law in Medieval Durham.

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.

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.

Book your ticket for a 1-hour highlight tour of Durham Cathedral Museum with an expert guide and discover 2000 years of the North East’s history, culture and faith.

Celebrate Valentine’s night with an unforgettable evening of music in one of Durham’s most romantic settings. Step into the timeless beauty of Durham Cathedral, the perfect stage for a night of passion and elegance. Let the music of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons sweep you away!

This unique tour makes an ideal experience for those wanting to delve deeper into history and see parts of Durham Cathedral that are rarely open to the public. Step into the cathedral’s prison cell (if you dare!) and get up close with rare books in the 350 year old Refectory Library.

Experience the magic of Dire Straits like never before, as some of the UK's finest session musicians come together to celebrate the legendary sound of Mark Knopfler and his iconic band.

As our Lenten journey toward Easter begins, we receive ashes upon our foreheads as a sign of our mortality, and our need for the love of God to bring us new life. Join us at services throughout the day to mark the start of Lent.

Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen at Durham Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Get your tickets now to discover the music of Vivaldi's Four Seasons at Durham Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight.

This February half term explore free family-friendly mini tours of Durham Cathedral - celebrating 40 years as a UNESCO world heritage site!

Under expert tuition, try your hand at stone carving and learn more about this centuries old heritage skill.

At the turn of the 8th Century Northumbrian monks transformed the many different scriptural books by gathering them into an all-emcompassing volume, "the Bible" as we know it today. Now known as Codez Amiatinus, The River of Ink project celebrates this extraordinary achievement and its place within the Northumbrian cultural heritage.

Professor Francis Watson is a New Testament specialist in the Durham Department of Theology and Religion, with a particular research focus on the formation of the biblical canon.

This Lent, you are invited to a series of discussions with leading figures in the world of the creative arts in conversation with Reverend Canon Michael Hampel

Durham University History Professor Richard Gameson is an expert on the history of books, from Antiquity to Renaissance.

Join us for a series of discussions for Lent, featuring leading figures in the world of the creative arts. This Sunday explores the topic of film, with the Reverend Professor Jolyon Mitchell who is Principal of St John’s College, Durham University, former producer and journalist with BBC World Service, who teaches media, religion and culture.

To celebrate their famous harmonies, the boys are touring the UK’s most beautiful cathedrals for stunning, intimate, piano-led concerts.

Explore Durham city to view the ice sculptures, watch live demonstrations and enjoy interactive displays

Do you know a child that loves to sing? Durham Cathedral Choir is looking for the next generation of Boy and Girl Choristers. This is a unique opportunity for any child in school years 2-6 to sing with the Choristers in the Cathedral.

Join us for a series of discussions for Lent, featuring leading figures in the world of the creative arts. This Sunday explores the topic of literature, with Catherine Fox author, academic and director of the Manchester Writing School at Manchester Metropolitan University.

Join us for this Online Quiet Day, with video reflections, live-streamed services and prayers.

Join us for an amazing candlelit concert featuring a live band and strings performing hits from Les Mis, Wicked, JC, Greatest Showman, Frozen and more.

Join us for a series of discussions for Lent, featuring leading figures in the world of the creative arts. This Sunday explores the topic of theatre, with Sir Gregory Doran the former Artistic Director of the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Experience the majestic and timeless music of the legendary Lord of the Rings films in a breathtaking concert that will transport you straight into the heart of Tolkien’s universe.

Join us for a series of discussions for Lent, featuring leading figures in the world of the creative arts. This Sunday explores the topic of television, with Peter Taylor, LVO, is Head of Operations at BBC Studios and oversees the broadcasts of major national events such as Elizabeth II’s funeral service and Charles III’s Coronation.

This Epiphany concert by Durham University Chamber Choir takes the listener on a profound journey from intense passion and lament through to the delivery of content in a programme of contemporary compositions by English, American and Polish composers.
The first half of the evening features two contemporary composers of varying styles; French composer Francis Poulenc and Polish composer Pavel Łukaszewski. Poulenc’s Four motets for a time of Penitence mix reflection with sharp, dissonant melodies, whilst the urgent tones of Pavel Łukaszewski’s “Lamentations” stir up the audience, a 3-part composition set to the texts of the Lamentations from the Bible. Łukaszewski contrasts moments of quiet with sharp, striking harmonies to enhance the emotional vigour of the Crucifixion.
In its second half, the choir sings Howells’ “Requiem”, a unique but ever-powerful setting of the mass with interspersions of poignant psalms to enhance its message. The listener is left with the ethereal movement, “I Heard A Voice from Heaven” which transports the listener with its voice of beauty.
Durham University Chamber Choir are especially delighted to be welcoming Alumni of the Chamber Choir back to Durham University for this concert, joining together for a selection of the concert to celebrate 55 years of music-making.

Durham University Palatinate Orchestra’s 90-piece Symphony Orchestra plays Tchaikovsky’s Sixth Symphony, his Pathétique Symphony, and music by Elgar and Pejačević in Durham Cathedral.

Join us to celebrate St Cuthbert's day with Evensong and Eucharist services, pilgrimage and family craft activities.

Join us for a series of discussions for Lent, featuring leading figures in the world of the creative arts. This Sunday explores the topic of art, Mel Howse, who is an award-winning artist and architectural enameller. Mel created the Illumination Window which is located in the North Quire Aisle at Durham Cathedral.

Join Professor Jane Heath from the Department of Theology and Religion at Durham University on this specially curated tour of the Marian Art in Durham Cathedral.

Beginning outside of Palace Green, the clergy process into the Cathedral, echoing Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. Members of the congregation are given palm crosses, representing Christ’s victory over death on the cross.

Join us for a series of discussions for Lent, featuring leading figures in the world of the creative arts in conversation with Reverend Canon Michael Hampel. This Sunday explores the topic of music, with Sir James MacMillan, CBE, is a conductor and composer of sacred choral and orchestral music.

Begin Holy Week with a poignant performance of St John Passion, performed by Durham Cathedral Choir and the Avison Ensemble.

Join us for a simple celebration of Eucharist on the Monday of Holy Week at 5.30pm.

Join us for a simple celebration of Eucharist on the Tuesday of Holy Week at 5.30pm.

Join us for a simple celebration of Eucharist on the Wednesday of Holy Week at 5.30pm.

During this service, three holy oils are blessed to be used throughout services in Durham Diocese for the rest of the year.

During this service, the Dean washes the feet of members of the community, and the clergy echo scenes from the Last Supper and performs the 'Judas Cup' Ceremony.

In the Liturgy of Good Friday we mark the Death of Christ through preaching, choral music and prayer.

On Holy Saturday, we commemorate the burial of Jesus and watch and wait for his resurrection, as we hear prophecies from the Hebrew scriptures about the Messiah rising from the grave. In this service, we begin our vigil, which continues the following morning in the Easter Liturgy.

Easter Sunday marks the day when Jesus rose again. Join us for a day of services as we triumph of light over dark.

Pop- Soul Singer Tunde of Lighthouse Family will be performing live inside Durham Cathedral with a full band on Friday 17th April 2026

Come join us for an unforgettable evening with the music of Ed Sheeran by Candlelight, featuring a cast of world-class vocalists and an epic live band.

Join us for this Online Quiet Day, with video reflections, live-streamed services and prayers.

Step into the tranquil glow of candlelight and enjoy a spellbinding evening of classical music in the stunning surroundings of Durham Cathedral, performed by Warren Mailley-Smith and The Piccadilly Sinfonietta.

Join us for this Online Quiet Day, with video reflections, live-streamed services and prayers.

Join us for this Online Quiet Day, with video reflections, live-streamed services and prayers.

Carrie Hope Fletcher (Heathers, Cinderella, Calamity Jane), one of the UK’s most beloved musical theatre stars, is set to light up cathedrals across the UK in her breathtaking new Ghost Light concert tour.

Join us for this Online Quiet Day, with video reflections, live-streamed services and prayers.

Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season, with the return of their ‘G4 Christmas’ tour in the most awe-inspiring cathedrals, priories, minsters, halls and abbeys across the UK.