Durham Cathedral

Durham Cathedral is regarded as the finest Norman building in Europe. It is the burial place of both St Cuthbert, a great northern saint and the Venerable Bede, author of the first English history.

We are open all year round and do not charge a fee for individuals to visit the Cathedral. However, we do ask for a donation as it costs £12.00 a minute to maintain this wonderful building together with our mission and ministry.

With more than 1,500 services and events each year, access can be limited at times. We suggest that if you are proposing to visit us, check the website or contact us to make sure you are not disappointed.

Open Daily 9.30 - 18.00 except Sunday when open 12.45 - 17.30.

Access may be limited at times therefore please check

Nearest station is Durham Station. From the station go into the city centre and follow the signs for the cathedral or take the Cathedral Bus (every 20 minutes until 1730 - please ring for times 0870 608 2608).

Nearest major road is A1(M). From the A1(M) take the A690 to Durham city centre. 3 Park and Ride facilities within the city.

Facilities for hearing & visually impaired
Parking & toilets for disabled
Guide dogs permitted
Ramp/level access
On site cafe/restaurant
French & German spoken
Printed material in Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish

Free but donations welcome