Durham Cathedral
Described as ‘the best Cathedral on planet earth’ (Bill Bryson), Durham Cathedral forms part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site with breath-taking Romanesque architecture, exquisite stained glass, and the most complete set of surviving monastic buildings. Durham Cathedral has been a place of prayer and pilgrimage for more than a millennium. It houses the shrine of St Cuthbert, the 7th century Bishop of Lindisfarne; and the tomb of the Venerable Bede, author of the early 8th century The Ecclesiastical History of the English People, who is known as the The Father of English History.
Things to do include climbing the Cathedral Tower, guided tours, special exhibitions and family activities. The Cathedral sits high on the Durham Peninsula and can be reached via many of the woodland footpaths along the banks of the River Wear. It is a place of worship, welcome and hospitality and visitors are always welcome.
Latest news from Durham Cathedral
Updated – Cathedral Peregrine Webcams
As we enter the 2024 nesting season for Peregrine falcons – here is an update on all the
Easter Worship from Canterbury and Durham Cathedrals
The BBC has announced its Holy Week and Easter programming. It includes three live services
Visitors Invited to Help Create Peace Doves
Visitors, schoolchildren and local organisations have been invited to leave their messages of
St John Passion – 300 year anniversary
It was first performed on Good Friday 300 years ago and many of our cathedrals are marking this
Durham Cathedral is being rebuilt – in Lego
Volunteers are hard at work rebuilding Durham Cathedral…. the LEGO® version – in time for the