Bishop Of Durham

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Bishop of Durham announces plans to retire

Bishop Paul Butler, who will have served as Bishop of Durham for 10 years, will retire at the end of February 2024.

14 Jul

Bishop of Durham 'deeply honoured' by role at coronation

During the service, Bishop Butler acted as one of the King's Bishop Assistants alongside the Bishop of Bath and Wales.

6 May

The 25 things you should do in County Durham

From world-renowned landmarks to top-flight sport and sites rich with history, County Durham boasts something for everyone.

31 May 2022

Open air Easter service held in ruins of medieval chapel at Auckland Castle

In 1669 this library opened to the public - now people can visit again

Bishop of Durham calls for reflection and hope at Easter

Bishop of Durham calls for end to using military barracks as asylum housing

Bishop of Durham's Easter message of hope

An Easter message from the Bishop of Durham

Bishop of Durham's Christmas message to the North East

Bishop backs food bank 'inquiry into hunger'

A Christmas Message from the Bishop of Durham

Bishop speaks out on newspaper changes

Bishop of Durham to be patron of poverty campaign