Durham Cathedral

Durham Cathedral is located in the centre of the city of Durham. It is the seat of the Bishop of Durham, the fourth-ranked bishop in the Church of England hierarchy. The present Norman-era cathedral was started in 1093 and in 1986 the cathedral and Durham Castle were designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Within the cathedral, there is a museum that explores 2,000 years of the North East’s history, culture and faith. Wizarding fans can explore some of the cathedral’s famous filming locations including the cloisters. They often have extra family-friendly activities during school holidays.

You can explore the cathedral at your leisure and see different chapels, the wonderful cloisters and stained glass. There is even a tower that you can climb. 325 steps later and you will be rewarded with some fabulous views. Tickets can be pre-booked online and they recommend sturdy footwear. They also recommend that only fit and able people climb the stairs. Children must be 8 years or older to climb the tower.

Further Information Durham Cathedral

Is there food and drink available?

There is a cafe serving food and drink.

What are the main things to do?

Large cathedral with lots to see and explore, there is a tower to climb and an on-site museum. There are toilets and a cafe.

What are the ticket prices?

There is no admission charge to the cathedral. There is a museum entrance fee for adults of £7.50 and those under 16 are free. Tower climb adults £5.50, children £2.50 (8-16).
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.