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WHAT’S ONFebruary – September 2020

Featured in this issue: – Be a pilgrim – Cathedrals at Night – Discover Open Treasure and

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As well as a busy programme of special services, exhibitions and events we look forward to welcoming Diocese of Durham pilgrimages throughout the year. Step inside the cathedral to see breath-taking installations including LIGHT by Chris Levine from 20 March, and Museum of the Moon by Luke Jerram in the autumn. Meanwhile coming this summer is a fascinating exhibition on the history of pilgrimage at Durham in Open Treasure, the cathedral’s award-winning interactive museum for all ages.

This focus on pilgrimage ties in with a national year of pilgrimage celebration by cathedrals across the country, plus Cathedrals at Night, a series of evening openings with a specific emphasis on pilgrimage. We hope you, regardless of your faith, take the chance to experience Durham Cathedral as a pilgrim this year.

www.durhamcathedral.co.uk/pilgrimage2020

#Pilgrimage2020 #NorthernSaints #CathedralsAtNight #Yearof Pilgrimage

YEAR OF PILGRIMAGEThis year join in the celebrations for Durham’s Year of Pilgrimage, an ambitious project to accompany the launch of six new Northern Saints Trails to Durham Cathedral. These long-distance walking routes are inspired by ancient pilgrimage routes and the stories of our much loved northern saints: Aidan, Cuthbert, Oswald, Hild and Bede, and are the result of years of work by partners all around the region.

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Open Treasure special offer: the Treasures of St Cuthbert Friday 20 - Sunday 21 March

See St Cuthbert’s relics on display in Open Treasure with a special 2

for 1 ticket offer. Learn more about Open Treasure on page 9.

Launch of the Northern Saints Trails Friday 20 March Walk six new trails, based on historic pilgrimage routes across the North East. The routes lead to Durham Cathedral, and are designed to appeal to all, no matter if you’re walking for faith or wellbeing. See more at www.northernsaints.com

Festal Evensong and Pilgrimage to the shrine of St Cuthbert Friday 20 March, 6pm Celebrate the saint who lies at the heart of this cathedral. Sung by Durham and Newcastle cathedral choirs.

Cathedrals at Night: LIGHT Friday 20 March, 7pm-10pm

Following the special evensong (see above), be the first to see

LIGHt, an immersive art installation by Chris Levine, and explore the cathedral with free activities for all ages.

St Cuthbert’s Pilgrimage Saturday 21 March, 10.30am, St Mary’s and St Cuthbert’s Church, Chester-le-Street Walk the annual pilgrimage from Chester-le-Street to Durham Cathedral, organised by the Northumbrian Association and joined at Finchale Abbey by the Friends of the Finchale Camino. Free tickets available on our website. All are welcome to join the procession from Durham’s marketplace to the cathedral.

St Cuthbert Festival Saturday Saturday 21 March, 10am-4pm

A busy day of free activities celebrating the north’s greatest saint.

Free tours, a local producer’s market. See our website for more details.

Treasures of Durham Cathedral Library: Natural History Saturday 21 March, 2pm & 3.30pm, Refectory Library Visit the exquisite Refectory Library, not usually open to visitors, and explore books from the cathedral’s collections on natural history. Tickets £4.50-£5.

Pilgrimage Eucharist in honour of St Cuthbert Saturday 21 March, 4pm Join pilgrims who have walked from Chester-le-Street to complete their journey of faith at Durham Cathedral.

St Cuthbert’s Day service

St Cuthbert’s Pilgrimage

ST CUTHBERT FESTIVALFriday 20 March – Saturday 21 March

REGULAR AND SPECIAL SERVICESEveryone is welcome to come to services at Durham Cathedral. See more information at www.durhamcathedral.co.uk/regular-services

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REGULAR SERVICES

Weekdays 7.30am – Holy Communion (Wednesdays and holy days) 8.30am – Morning Prayer 12.30pm – Holy Communion 5.15pm – Evensong or Evening Prayer

Sundays 8am – Holy Communion 10am – Matins 11.15am – Sung Eucharist 3.30pm – Evensong

SPECIAL SERVICES

Ash Wednesday Wednesday 26 February Services to mark the beginning of Lent, culminating in a Choral Eucharist with the imposition of ashes at 6pm.

Evensong for Her Majesty’s Courts of Justice Sunday 15 March, 3.30pm County Durham’s new high-sheriff is sworn in in a thanksgiving service for the justice system. Address given by the Right Honourable The Lord Judge, former Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales.

The Annunciation of Our Lord to the Blessed Virgin Mary Wednesday 25 March, 5.15pm A solemn Eucharist sung by the Choir of Corpus Christi College, Cambridge.

HOLY WEEK AND EASTER SERVICES

The holiest week of the Christian Year. We walk the way of the cross with Our Lord, stand at the foot of his cross, and celebrate his resurrection.

Palm Sunday Sunday 5 April Usual Sunday services including a Palm Sunday Procession with the Reading of the Passion at 11.15am.

Compline and Address Monday 6 April – Wednesday 8 April, 7.30pm Evening services of contemplation and prayer this Holy Week.

Maundy Thursday Thursday 9 April 11am: The Blessing of the Oils and Renewal of Vows. 7.30pm: The Liturgy of Maundy Thursday.

Good Friday: The Three Hours Friday 10 April, 12 noon In the liturgy of Good Friday we mark the death of Christ through preaching, choral music and prayer.

Easter Day Sunday 12 April 5am – First Eucharist of Easter with Baptism and Confirmation. Usual Sunday services including a Festal Eucharist at 11.15am.

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DON’T MISS Bach’s St John Passion performed by Durham

Cathedral Choir, 5 April at 7pm

Ascension Day Thursday 21 May, 7.30pm A solemn Eucharist sung by Durham Cathedral Consort of Singers, Lay Clerks and Choral Scholars.

Evensong and Procession in honour of the Venerable Bede Sunday 24 May, 3.30pm We mark the eve of the feast day of Durham’s second saint in a special Evensong with a pilgrimage to Bede’s tomb.

The Venerable Bede’s Day Monday 25 May, 5.15pm A solemn Eucharist at the tomb of the Venerable Bede, sung by Durham Cathedral Consort of Singers. Preacher: The Reverend Canon Professor Sarah Foot, Regius Professor of Ecclesiastical History, University of Oxford.

Thy Kingdom Come Sunday 31 May, 6 pm A special act of worship to mark the Day of Pentecost as part of the mission initiative of the Archbishops of Canterbury and York.

Corpus Christi Thursday 11 June, 5.15pm A solemn Eucharist to mark the day of thanksgiving for the institution of Holy Communion.

A service for the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War Sunday 21 June, 3.30pm A service to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.

Evensong attended by the newly-elected Mayor of Durham Sunday 28 June, 3.30pm A celebration of the civic life of Durham City and County in thanksgiving for public service.

The Miners’ Festival Service Saturday 11 July, 3pm Join us for our 111th annual celebration of Durham County’s mining heritage, including the procession of colliery bands and banners into the cathedral. Preacher: The Right Reverend James Jones, KBE, former Bishop of Liverpool.

Evensong attended by Bishops from the Lambeth Conference Monday 20 July, 5.15pm Bishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion visiting Durham from the Lambeth Conference join us for Evensong.

St Oswald’s Day Wednesday 5 August, 5.15pm Evensong in honour of St Oswald, sung by Keble Choir, with a procession to St Cuthbert’s Shrine where the remains of St Oswald are also buried.

The Anniversary of the Foundation of Durham Cathedral, 1093 Sunday 9 August, 11.15am We commemorate the laying of the foundation stone of Durham Cathedral on 11 August 1093.

The Translation of the Relics of St Cuthbert Friday 4 September, 5.15pm A special Evensong with a pilgrimage to St Cuthbert’s Shrine to remember the anniversary of Cuthbert’s body being moved to Durham Cathedral in 1104.

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Step into the Monks’ Dormitory to discover the sights, smells and sounds of a medieval monastery, learn something new in our ever-changing exhibitions and marvel at the treasures of St Cuthbert in the Great Kitchen. Dressing up activities bring Durham Cathedral’s history to life and kids will love our explorer backpacks, exhibition trails and much more!

Explore our award-winning interactive museum for all ages.

For opening times and admission prices see www.durhamcathedral.co.uk/ open-treasure or phone 0191 338 7178

OPEN TREASURE

EXHIBITIONSOur programme of exhibitions run throughout the year. For information and booking see www.durhamcathedral.couk/whats-on or 0191 338 7178.

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Exhibition: Restoration, Redesign, Renovation: Durham Cathedral in the 19th century Monday 27 January – Sunday 10 MayDiscover how Durham Cathedral was transformed in the 19th century into a place of welcome for worshippers, pilgrims and tourists.

Open Treasure family fun Saturday 15 – Sunday 23 February

Explore our museum with your own ‘Question Generator’! Suitable for

all ages, free with Open Treasure admission.

Open Treasure British Sign Language tour Saturday 14 March & Saturday 27 June, 3pm A special British Sign Language tour of the museum, led by a BSL interpreter and Gallery Attendant. Advance booking essential.

Conservation in Action! April In April we will start conservation work on two 7th-8th century log coffins, part of the Cathedral’s historic collections. Come and see conservator Robert Elsey working on them in Open Treasure before they go on permanent display. Look out for updates on our website!

Exhibition: Pilgrimage Tuesday 19 May – Saturday 12 September Explore the experience of pilgrims visiting Durham Cathedral over its 1000 year history, and learn about miracles and the rivalries between medieval pilgrimage sites.

CATHEDRAL & RESTAURANT EXHIBITIONS

3D Virtual Spaces Monday 3 February – Thursday 30 April, Undercroft Restaurant A selling exhibition of remarkable 360˚ photographs of Durham Cathedral and Durham City by Owen Weightman.

Jenny Ulyatt Friday 1 May – Friday 31 July, Undercroft Restaurant A chance to see and purchase Jenny Ulyatt’s enchanting watercolours of Durham City and the surrounding landscape.

Durham Photographic Society Saturday 1 August – Monday 31 August, Cathedral Durham Photographic Society’s annual exhibition of their members’ photography from around the region.

3D Virtual Spaces

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Longings and Lamentations: Durham University Chamber Choir Saturday 29 February, 7.30pm, Chapter House Durham University Chamber Choir present an intimate programme of music in the Chapter House.

Opera North: Arya Sitar Concerto Thursday 5 March, 7.30pm The rhythms and melodies of Indian classical raag interweave with the orchestra in a unique evening of sitar, orchestral and choral music. Tickets £15-£18.

Dunelm Consort and Players Friday 6 March, 7.30pm, Chapter House

Mendelssohn’s Elijah Thursday 12 March, 7.30pm Durham University Choral Society and Durham Opera Ensemble present Mendelssohn’s famous choral work. Tickets £0-£10.

Durham University Palatinate Orchestra Symphony Concert Saturday 14 March, 7.30pm A celebration of romanticism by Durham University Palatinate Orchestra.

Edward’s Boys in Ben Jonson’s ‘The Silent Woman’ Monday 23 March, 7pm Edward’s Boys from Shakespeare’s school in Stratford-upon-Avon perform Ben Jonson’s comedy, first staged in 1609. Tickets £8-£12.

St John Passion Sunday 5 April, 7pm Durham Cathedral Choir joins forces with period instrument performers The Avison Ensemble to perform Bach’s stunning St John Passion. Tickets £8-£28.St John Passion

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Durham Big Sing – Festival of Voices Saturday 9 May, 7pm Learn uplifting songs and experience the thrill of singing in Durham Cathedral with hundreds of other voices. Suitable for all abilities. Tickets £12.

Haydn and Schubert Saturday 16 May, 7pm Durham Choral Society and their orchestra perform Haydn’s Mass in D Minor and Schubert’s Mass in G. Tickets £5-£20.

Durham Cathedral Choir Association concert Sunday 17 May, 5.30pm Durham Cathedral Choir’s annual concert thanking Durham Cathedral Choir Association for its support.

Organ Recital: Martin Baker Friday 22 May, 7.30pm A recital from the former Master of Music at Westminster Cathedral. Tickets £8-£10.

Joseph and his Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat Friday 29 & Saturday 30 May, 7.30pm

Multi award-winning Enter CIC Theatre Company present this

beloved musical.

A Night at the Movies, with Music Durham! Friday 5 June, 7.30pm Be transported through decades of big screen soundtracks and hidden treasures in Music Durham’s annual extravaganza!

Durham University Chamber Choir concert Saturday 13 June, 7.30pm

Durham Cathedral Choir and Onyx Brass Friday 26 June, 7pm

Three Inch Fools: Romeo & Juliet Thursday 2 July, 7pm An inventive outdoor production of Shakespeare’s fast-paced tragedy, with live music-making.

Dave Finnegan’s Commitments: Live at the Cathedral Thursday 16 July, 7.30pm An unforgettable night awaits as Dave Finnegan’s Commitments bring the true sound of soul to Durham Cathedral. Tickets £20-£25.

Scouting for Girls: Live at the Cathedral Friday 17 July, 6.40pm Chart-toppers Scouting for Girls bring their unmistakable sounds to Durham Cathedral! Tickets £27-£70.

Summer Organ Recital Series Wednesdays 29 July – 9 September, 7.30pm Distinguished recitalists join Durham Cathedral’s organists for our recital series on our magnificent 1876 Harrison & Harrison instrument. Tickets £8-£10.

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Haydn and Schubert

Three Inch Fools: Romeo & Juliet

SPECIAL EVENTS & ACTIVITIESDiscover talks, afternoon teas, school holiday activities and more this year. For information and booking see www.durhamcathedral.co.uk/whats-on or 0191 338 7178.

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Chorister Experience Day Sunday 29 February, 12.30pm-6pm

Does your child love to sing? Children in years 2-6 are invited to

step into a cathedral chorister’s shoes for a fun afternoon of music. Free, booking essential.

‘Can the Church Contribute to a Post-Brexit Britain?’: Hensley Henson lecture Wednesday 11 March, 6.15pm, Prior’s Hall Canon Professor Alice Milbank gives this year’s Henson Lecture on the Church in politics. All welcome, no ticket required.

Under 5s Forest School Fridays 13 March – 27 March, 9.45am-11.45am, Outdoor classroom

Engage your child with the great outdoors in hands-on learning in

our outdoor classroom. Tickets £15 per child for 3 sessions.

History Walk Saturday 14 March, 10.30amDiscover the hidden secrets of Durham Cathedral’s historic woodlands and riverbanks in this walking tour. Tickets £5.

Friends of Durham Cathedral Lecture Series Monday 16 March, 6.30pm, Prior’s Hall Julia Stapleton: ‘Herbert Dunelm: Herbert Hensley Henson and the episcopal vocation in Durham, 1920-39’. Tickets £0-£5.

Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House Saturday 28 March, 1.30pm-4pmEnjoy a tour of Durham Cathedral and a magical afternoon tea in the Chapter House, the filming location for Professor McGonagall’s classroom in the first two Harry Potter films. Tickets £39.

Easter Family Trails Saturday 4 April – Sunday 19 April

Activities to help families discover Durham Cathedral during the

holiest time of the year.

Make and Take – Pilgrimage Memory Tokens Saturday 4 April, 11am-3pm

Make your own pilgrimage decoration and learn why the

cathedral is a site of pilgrimage. Activities suitable for ages 3+. Tickets £4 per child.Pilgrimage Memory Tokens

Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House

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Make and Take – Mini Easter Gardens Tuesday 7 April, 11am-3pm

Children’s activities in the cathedral to learn more about Easter. Suitable

for ages 3+. Tickets £4 per child.

Make and Take – Spring Boppers! Thursday 16 April, 11am-3pm

Make your own spring-themed headgear! Family activities for

children aged 3+, perfect for Easter holiday fun. Tickets £2 per child.

Under 5s Forest School Friday 24 April, 1 May, 15 May, 9.45am-11.45am, Outdoor classroom



Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House Saturday 25 April, 1.30pm-4pmEnjoy a tour of Durham Cathedral and a magical afternoon tea in the Chapter House, the filming location for Professor McGonagall’s classroom in the first two Harry Potter films. Tickets £39.

Divine Desserts at Durham Cathedral Friday 1 May, 6.30pm The ultimate indulgent dining experience. Feast on a main course made with locally-sourced ingredients and delicious miniature puddings. Tickets £25.

Chorister Experience Day Saturday 2 May, 12.30pm-6pm

Does your child love to sing? Children in years 2-6 are invited to

step into a cathedral chorister’s shoes for a fun afternoon of music. Free, booking essential.

Cathedrals at Night: Pilgrimage Monday 18 May, 7pm-10pm

Experience the wonder of Durham Cathedral by night and be one

of the first to see Open Treasure’s new Pilgrimage exhibition. Free activities for all ages.

Treasures of Durham Cathedral Library: Bibles and Prayer Books Wednesday 20 May, 2pm & 3.30pmVisit the exquisite Refectory Library, not usually open to visitors, and explore historic bibles and prayer books from our collections. Tickets £4.50-£5.

Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House Saturday 23 May, 1.30pm-4pmEnjoy a tour of Durham Cathedral and a magical afternoon tea in the Chapter House, the filming location for Professor McGonagall’s classroom in the first two Harry Potter films. Tickets £39.

Brilliant Bede Trail 23 May – Sunday 31 May

Find hidden stories around the cathedral to discover more about

this amazing Northern saint. Free activity for all ages.

Make and Take – Pilgrimage Memory Tokens Saturday 23 May, 11am-3pm

Make your own pilgrimage decoration and learn why the

cathedral is a site of pilgrimage. Activities suitable for ages 3+. Tickets £4 per child.

Brilliant Bede! Tuesday 26 May, 11am-3pm

Celebrate this fascinating Northern saint with activities for ages 3+ in

our scriptorium. Tickets £2 per child.

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Friends Festival Day Saturday 6 June The Friends of Durham Cathedral welcome members to their annual AGM and Festival Day, packed with exclusive activities. Find out how to join see friendsofdurhamcathedral.co.uk

History Walk Saturday 6 June, 10.30amDiscover the hidden secrets of Durham Cathedral’s historic woodlands and riverbanks in this walking tour. Tickets £5.

Stone Carving Workshop Saturday 6 – Sunday 7 June Carve your own St Cuthbert’s Cross in this 2-day course taught by cathedral stonemasons.

Under 5s Forest School Fridays 10 July - 24 July, 9.45am-11.45am, Outdoor classroom



Anglican Studies Research Seminar: Michael Ramsey Lecture Wednesday 17 June, 6.30pm A seminar on the reinvention of Anglicanism from Canon Professor Mark Chapman, University of Oxford. All welcome, no ticket required.

Treasures of Durham Cathedral Library: Bibles and Prayer Books Saturday 20 June, 2pm & 3.30pm Visit the exquisite Refectory Library, not usually open to visitors, and explore historic bibles and prayer books from our collections. Tickets £4.50-£5.

Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House Saturday 27 June, 1.30pm-4pmEnjoy a tour of Durham Cathedral and a magical afternoon tea in the Chapter House, the filming location for Professor McGonagall’s classroom in the first two Harry Potter films. Tickets £39.

Stone Carving Workshop Saturday 25 – Sunday 26 July Carve your own St Cuthbert’s Cross in this 2 day course taught by cathedral stonemasons.

Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House Saturday 25 July, 1.30pm-4pmEnjoy a tour of Durham Cathedral and a magical afternoon tea in the Chapter House, the filming location for Professor McGonagall’s classroom in the first two Harry Potter films. Tickets £39.

Stones of Durham: outdoor geology walk Saturday 8 August, 10.30am-12 noon Walk with local geologist Brian Young along Durham Cathedral’s riverbanks to discover the geology of Durham’s peninsula. Tickets £5. Book both Stones of Durham events for £8.

Stones of Durham: cathedral geology tour Saturday 8 August, 1.30pm-4pm A talk from local geologist Brian Young on the geology of the cathedral, followed by refreshments and a tour of the cathedral. Tickets £5. Book both Stones of Durham events for £8.

Children’s Bat Watch Monday 10 August & Thursday 27 August, 7pm

Learn about the bats that live in the Cloister, and enjoy bat-themed

family activities as they emerge from their roosts. Tickets £5 per child.

Bat Walk Friday 28 August, 7.45pmDiscover the bat species that live on Durham’s riverbanks on this guided evening walk. Tickets £5, not suitable for very young children.

Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House Friday 4 September, 1.30pm-4pm Enjoy a tour of Durham Cathedral and a magical afternoon tea in the Chapter House, the filming location for Professor McGonagall’s classroom in the first two Harry Potter films. Tickets £39.

Cathedrals at Night: Museum of the Moon Saturday 12 September, 7pm-10pm

Experience the cathedral at night and be one of the first to stand

under Luke Jerram’s moon, at Durham Cathedral until 6 November. Free activities for all ages.

Summer holiday fun with Wizarding Wonders Workshops Tuesdays and Thursdays from 21 July to 27 August, 10am & 1pm

Magical family activities in a Harry Potter filming location!

Make your own broomstick, take part in flying practice and see the Chapter House. Tickets £7 per child. See our website for dates and booking.

NEW EVENTS ADDED DAILY Check online for up

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Event Date PageOpen Treasure: Restoration, Redesign, Renovation exhibition Until Sun 10 May 113D Virtual Spaces exhibition Until Thu 30 Apr 11Ash Wednesday Wed 26 Feb 7Longings and Lamentations Sat 29 Feb, 7.30pm 13Chorister Experience Day Sun 29 Feb, 12.30pm-6pm 17 Opera North: Arya Sitar Concerto Thu 5 Mar, 7pm 13Dunelm Consort and Players Fri 6 Mar, 7pm 17Henson Lecture Wed 11 Mar, 6.15pm 13Mendelssohn’s Elijah Thu 12 Mar, 7.30pm 13Under 5s Forest School Fri 13 Mar - 27 Mar, 9.45am-11am 17Palatinate Orchestra Symphony Concert Sat 14 Mar, 7.30pm 13Open Treasure: British Sign Language Tour Sat 14 Mar, 3pm 11History Walk Sat 14 Mar, 10.30am 17Evensong for Her Majesty’s Courts of Justice Sun 15 Mar, 3.30pm 7Friends of Durham Cathedral Lecture Series Mon 16 Mar, 6.30pm 17Special offer: The Treasures of St Cuthbert Fri 20 - Sun 22 Mar 5Launch of the Northern Saints Trails Fri 20 Mar 5Festal evensong on St Cuthbert’s Day Fri 20 Mar, 6pm 5Cathedrals at Night: LIGHT Fri 20 Mar, 7pm-10pm 5St Cuthbert’s Festival Saturday Sat 21 Mar, 10am-4pm 5St Cuthbert’s Pilgrimage Sat 21 Mar, 11am 5Treasures of Durham Cathedral Library Sat 21 Mar, 2pm & 3.30pm 5Pilgrimage Eucharist in honour of St Cuthbert Sat 21 Mar, 3pm 5Edward’s Boys in Ben Jonson’s ‘The Silent Woman’ Mon 23 Mar, 7pm 13The Annunciation of Our Lord Wed 25 Mar, 5.15pm 7Diocesan Pilgrimage Day Sat 28 Mar 3Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House Sat 28 Mar, 1.30pm-4pm 17Open Treasure: Conservation in Action! Apr 11Diocesan Pilgrimage Day Sat 4 Apr 3Easter Family Trails Sat 4 Apr – Sun 19 Apr 17Make and Take – Pilgrimage Memory Tokens Sat 4 Apr, 11am-3pm 17Palm Sunday Sun 5 Apr 7St John Passion Sun 5 Apr, 7pm 13Compline and Address Mon 6 – Wed 8 Apr, 7.30pm 7Make and Take – Mini Easter Gardens Tue 7 Apr, 11am-3pm 18Maundy Thursday Thu 9 Apr 7Good Friday – The Three Hours Fri 10 Apr, 12 noon 7Diocesan Pilgrimage Day Sat 11 Apr 3Easter Day Sun 12 Apr 7

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Event Date PageMake and Take – Spring Boppers! Thu 16 Apr, 11am-3pm 18Under 5s Forest School Fri 24 Apr – 15 May, 9.45am-11.45am 18Diocesan Pilgrimage Day Sat 25 Apr 3Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House Sat 25 Apr, 1.30pm-4pm 18Divine Desserts at Durham Cathedral Fri 1 May, 6.30pm 19Jenny Ulyatt exhibition Fri 1 May – Fri 31 Jul 11Chorister Experience Day Sat 2 May, 12.30pm-6pm 19Durham Big Sing – Festival of Voices Sat 9 May, 7pm 14Haydn and Schubert Sat 16 May, 7pm 14Durham Cathedral Choir Association concert Sun 17 May, 5.30pm 14Cathedrals at Night: Pilgrimage Mon 18 May, 7pm-10pm 19Open Treasure: Pilgrimage exhibition Tue 19 May – Sat 12 Sept 11Treasures of Durham Cathedral Library Wed 20 May, 2pm & 3.30pm 19Ascension Day Thu 21 May, 7.30pm 8Organ Recital: Martin Baker Fri 22 May, 7.30pm 14Diocesan Pilgrimage Day Sat 23 May 3Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House Sat 23 May, 1.30pm-4pm 19Brilliant Bede Trail Sat 23 May – Sun 31 May 19Make and Take – Pilgrimage Memory Tokens Sat 23 May, 11am-3pm 19Evensong and Procession on eve of Bede’s Day Sun 24 May, 3.30pm 8The Venerable Bede’s Day Mon 25 May, 5.15pm 8Brilliant Bede! Tue 26 May, 11am-3pm 19Joseph and his Amazing Technicolour Fri 29 & Sat 30 May, 7.30pm 14Thy Kingdom Come Sun 31 May, 6pm 8A Night at the Movies, with Music Durham! Fri 5 Jun, 7.30pm 14Friends Festival Day Sat 6 Jun 20Stone Carving Workshop Sat 6 – Sun 7 Jun 20History Walk Sat 6 Jun, 10.30am 20Corpus Christi Thu 11 Jun, 5.15pm 8Durham University Chamber Choir concert Sat 13 Jun, 7.30pm 14Michael Ramsey Lecture Wed 17 Jun, 6.30pm 21Treasures of Durham Cathedral Library Sat 20 Jun, 2pm & 3.30pm 21The end of the Second World War 75th anniversary Sun 21 Jun, 3.30pm 8Durham Cathedral Choir and Onyx Brass Fri 26 Jun, 7pm 14Diocesan Pilgrimage Day Sat 27 Jun 3Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House Sat 27 Jun, 1.30pm-4pm 21Open Treasure: British Sign Language Tour Sat 27 Jun, 3pm 11Evensong with Mayor of Durham Sun 28 Jun, 3.30pm 8Three Inch Fools: Romeo & Juliet Thu 2 Jul, 7pm 15

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Head to Durham Cathedral’s undercroft, just off the Cloister, to discover unique gifts in the Cathedral Shop and enjoy delicious homemade food in the Undercroft Restaurant.

From jewellery to books, candles to greetings cards, our shop has something for everyone. Our gifts draw on the cathedral’s unique past and present, making for a lasting memory of your visit or a beautiful gift for a loved one.

The Undercroft Restaurant is a fantastic place to take a break, whatever the occasion. Enjoy a coffee with friends, lunch or special afternoon tea – see our website for details. Wherever possible, we use locally sourced ingredients.

EAT AND SHOP IN THE MEDIEVAL UNDERCROFT

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Event Date PageUnder 5s Forest School Fri 10 Jul – Fri 24 Jul, 9.45am-11am 20The Miners’ Festival Service Sat 11 Jul, 3pm 8

Diocesan Pilgrimage Day Sun 12 Jul 3Dave Finnegan’s Commitments: Live at the Cathedral Thu 16 Jul, 7.30pm 15

Scouting for Girls: Live at the Cathedral Fri 17 Jul, 6.40pm 15Lambeth Conference Evensong Mon 20 Jul, 5.15pm 8

Wizarding Wonders Workshops Tue 21 Jul, 11am & 1pm 20Wizarding Wonders Workshops Thu 23 Jul, 11am & 1pm 20

Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House Sat 25 Jul, 1.30pm-4pm 21Stone Carving Workshop Sat 25 – Sun 26 Jul 21

Wizarding Wonders Workshops Tue 28 Jul, 11am & 1pm 20Summer Organ Recital Series Wed 29 Jul, 7.30pm 15

Wizarding Wonders Workshops Thu 30 Jul, 11am & 1pm 20Durham Photographic Society Exhibition Sat 1 – Mon 31 Aug 11

Wizarding Wonders Workshops Tue 4 Aug, 11am & 1pm 20Summer Organ Recital Series Wed 5 Aug, 7.30pm 15

St Oswald’s Day Wed 5 Aug, 5.15pm 8Wizarding Wonders Workshops Thu 6 Aug, 11am & 1pm 20

Stones of Durham walk and tour Sat 8 Aug 21Durham Cathedral Foundation Anniversary Sun 9 Aug, 11.15am 8

Children’s Bat Watch Mon 10 Aug, 7pm 21Wizarding Wonders Workshops Tue 11 Aug, 11am & 1pm 20

Summer Organ Recital Series Wed 12 Aug, 7.30pm 15Wizarding Wonders Workshops Thu 13 Aug, 11am & 1pm 20

Diocesan Pilgrimage Day Sat 15 Aug 3Wizarding Wonders Workshops Tue 18 Aug, 11am & 1pm 20

Summer Organ Recital Series Wed 19 Aug, 7.30pm 15Wizarding Wonders Workshops Thu 20 Aug, 11am & 1pm 20

Wizarding Wonders Workshops Tue 25 Aug, 11am & 1pm 20Summer Organ Recital Series Wed 26 Aug, 7.30pm 15

Children’s Bat Watch Thu 27 Aug, 7pm 21Wizarding Wonders Workshops Thu 27 Aug, 11am & 1pm 20

Bat Walk Fri 28 Aug, 7.45pm 21Summer Organ Recital Series Wed 2 Sept, 7.30pm 15

Afternoon Tea in the Chapter House Fri 4 Sept, 1.30pm-4pm 21The Translation of the Relics of St Cuthbert Fri 4 Sept, 5.15pm 8

Summer Organ Recital Series Wed 9 Sept, 7.30pm 15Diocesan Pilgrimage Day Sat 12 Sept 3

Cathedrals at Night: Museum of the Moon Sat 12 Sept, 7pm-10pm 21

Durham Cathedral is rooted within the communities it serves, imparting in people a deep love and proud ownership of its Norman grandeur. From the tombs of Northern saints to celebrations of mining heritage and the daily practice of faith, the cathedral holds a special place in the hearts of those near and far.

The challenge facing the cathedral today, which does not receive regular external funding, is to cover day-to-day costs and enable us to respond quickly to conservation needs.

It costs around £15 per minute to run the cathedral, but from just £5 per month you can provide vital support for our work by becoming a patron.

We would love your support. Talk to Matthew Mills, the Relationship & Development Manager: [email protected] 0191 374 4055

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VISITOR CENTRE4 DURHAM CASTLE5 PRINCE BISHOPS

SHOPPING CENTRE6 THE RIVERWALK

Public Transport: Durham train station is on the East Coast Main Line. The Cathedral Bus runs during the daytime between the bus and train stations and the cathedral. Plan your journey at www.travelinenortheast.info

By Car: There is no car parking at the cathedral itself, except limited disabled parking on Palace Green. Use a city centre car park or the park & ride scheme.

Evening Travel: While public transport does not operate to the cathedral in the evening, taxis can access Palace Green for those unable to walk longer distances.

Group visits: 0191 374 4050 [email protected]

School visits: 0191 374 4070 [email protected]

Venue hire: 0191 374 4053 [email protected]

Durham Cathedral Durham DH1 3EH 0191 338 7178 [email protected]

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