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See unique items from the museum collection, such as the royal cope worn by the Bishop of Durham at the coronations of Queen Elizabeth II, George VI, George V, and Edward VII. 

Experience the wonder of Durham Cathedral at dusk, from 6.30pm to 9pm.

Head over to the cathedral's Facebook page for this online Quiet Day, with video reflections, live-streamed services and prayers. This year sees the 1000^th anniversary of the translation of the relics of the Venerable Bede from Jarrow to Durham, and provides us with the perfect opportunity to learn more about his life and work.

This year is the 1000^th anniversary of the translation of the relics of the Venerable Bede from Jarrow to Durham and we are looking forward to celebrating Bede in style again at Durham Cathedral on his feast day as we gradually emerge from the difficulties of the last two years.

Celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations with a week of family activities. Make your own paper crowns and patchwork flags, enjoy a picnic in the cloisters and download a trail to explore Durham's riverbanks.

11am - 1pm

Enjoy a summer picnic on the grass in the Cloisters every lunchtime during the week of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Bring your own blanket and snacks, and if you want to indulge you can upgrade your lunch with savoury treats, scones, and drinks from the undercroft cafe.

This is a rare opportunity to celebrate in style, as this space is being opened specially for this historic occasion.

Music Durham’s Annual Showcase Concert. Held on the weekend of the Queen’s Jubilee, this concert’s main theme is celebration!

Learn how to hand sew a “boro” patchwork flag to take home and wave for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. These workshops are led by Sharon from Durham-based sewing business Raggy Robin.

Celebrate the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty The Queen’s reign with a special service of Thanksgiving.

Durham University Choral Society performs a range of English Anthems, from composers such as Handel, Parry and Walton.

Stelliferous Limited and Live at the Cathedral Ltd by arrangement with Piper Music Management presents Scouting for Girls: Live at Durham Cathedral.

Friends since they were five, Pete, Greg and Roy have picked up nominations for four Brits, an Ivor Novello and played everywhere from a sold-out Wembley Arena to countless festival stages.  This year they have also released a new album ‘The Trouble with Boys’.
 

An evening of live music from The South, supported by Lolly.

Join the traditional celebration of the local miners in this annual festival, returning for 2022 following the pandemic. 

As Durham Brass Festival returns for 2022, we're hosting a performance from LYR together with The Easington Colliery Band.

With the return of Durham Brass Fesitval this year, Richard Hawley and NASUWT Riverside Band take the stage. 

Join us for an incredible night of Meat Loaf Anthems by candlelight.

Following a run of sell-out shows across the UK in 2021, experience an incredible night of Queen Anthems performed by candlelight at Durham Cathedral.

Full of song, mirth, and joy for the summer ahead, join us on Cinderella’s journey of a lifetime to a magical ball where nearly anything is possible especially if it is before midnight.

Join family and friends for what promises to be a splendid evening of the summer as you picnic under a beautiful summer sky and lose yourself in this unforgettable love story.

Following a run of sell-out shows across the UK in 2021, experience an incredible night of Queen Anthems performed by candlelight at Durham Cathedral.

Join us for an incredible night of Meat Loaf Anthems by candlelight.

Bringing together ground-breaking contemporary artists with some of the most highly skilled glass makers in the country, Glass Exchange is an ambitious project led by the National Glass Centre to present four ambitious new art works in locations across the North East, including Durham Cathedral.

The woodlands and riverbanks that surround the cathedral are a hidden gem, rich in the natural and cultural heritage of the area. The history walk is 1.5 miles long and reveals secrets about the hidden heritage of the cathedral’s woodlands and riverbanks.

Come together with family and friends to listen to the live sounds of some of the greatest performers of all time in Abba and Elton John.