Durham Cathedral

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Rare chance to climb cathedral tower at sunset

Durham Cathedral is opening at dusk on Saturday 13 May to give visitors the chance to explore the ancient building.

10 May

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

Step back into Durham's history on World Heritage Day

Free tours and trails will be staged around ancient university buildings including the castle and Palace Green library.

10 Apr

Thousands of poppies fall in poignant Festival of Remembrance

Thousands visit immersive light show which will help pay the bills this winter

Light show set to open at Durham Cathedral

County Durham awaits City of Culture decision

The 25 things you should do in County Durham

Durham Cathedral lit up in colours of Ukrainian flag for prayer vigil

Durham Cathedral to be lit up in blue and yellow for Ukraine vigil

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

Durham Cathedral museum reopens this week after pandemic closure

North East marks Queen's historic Platinum Jubilee

Durham Cathedral opens on Christmas Eve for first time since start of pandemic

Durham Cathedral to receive £800k from Government’s Culture Recovery Fund