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Please note: Durham Cathedral Museum will be closed until Monday October 21st as we install our next exhibition.

All day

Morning Prayer

8:30am to 9:00am The Shrine of St Cuthbert

Morning Prayer is a said service with prayers, psalms and bible readings. We pray for God’s blessing for the day ahead, for the world and those in need. The service lasts around 30 minutes.

Tower climb

Various times

Conquer the 325 steps and enjoy unrivalled views over the historic city of Durham and see recently-completed restoration work up close.

Cathedral tour

Various times

Discover Durham Cathedral's hidden history on a tour with one of our knowledgeable volunteer guides.

Holy Communion

12:30pm to 1:00pm

A service of prayers and Bible readings, in which we offer bread and wine to God in thanksgiving for his goodness to us, which we receive back as the body and blood of Christ. The service lasts around 30 minutes.

Evensong

5:30pm to 6:15pm The Nave

sung by Cologne Cathedral Girls’ Choir and Durham Cathedral Choir
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Evensong is a service of bible readings, psalms and prayers. The Choir sing for us accompanied, usually, by organ music. We follow the service using the Book of Common Prayer of 1662 giving thanks for the day that has past. The service lasts around 45 minutes.

Student Open Evening

6:30pm to 8:45pm

Calling all students, get to know the cathedral at the heart of your bustling city. Drop in from 6.30pm to experience Durham Cathedral at night and explore the 1000 year old building.