FRIENDS OF DURHAM CATHEDRAL

Our Friends Lecture Series has been a great success this year with sell out talks from our volunteer guest speakers. In September we heard from Andrew Scott, MD of Harrison & Harrison Organ Builders. It was fascinating to hear from Andrew about the history of the company, which is embedded in the North East, and relatable stories and memories enjoyed especially by many of our local audience. Harrison & Harrison Organs are well – known worldwide and it was great to learn more

We’re delighted to announce that our friends at Rock Choir North East, Consett Citadel Salvation Army Band and the voices of Durham Cathedral Young Singers are all set to return for our annual Christmas Concert and there’s something for everyone! This year 140 members of Rock Choir across Durham and the North East will sing a range of Christmas classics and twists on contemporary 'pop' songs to get you feeling festive. Get ready for a performance full of joy, passion and ener

Well as autumn is here that means only one thing in the Friends Office – it is Annual Report time! Our 93rd Annual Report highlights include: Friends of Durham Cathedral highlights include: Our Chair, Caroline Peacock sends a note of thanks to our members and shares updates from the Friends Office. Find out what has been happening at Friend’ Events from our Honorary Secretary. Read more and see photos from our Friend’s Weekend Trip to Scotland. See what projects our Friends c

“The Cathedral from Prebends Bridge” by J. D. Whittaker Our Friends of Durham Cathedral Christmas Card features a beautiful, classic image of Durham Cathedral in the snow. Pack of 10, one design. All include the greeting ‘Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year’ Other Friends' Cards: ‘Frozen Water’ by photographer John Erwin. (our 2025 Christmas card) Pack of 10, one design. 'Morning Sky' by photographer John Erwin. Single Card. ‘Landscapes of the North’. Mixed Pac

We're are pleased to announce that a replica 'Sanctuary Ring', carved stone, is now on display in the Durham Cathedral Museum for you all to enjoy. The carving was a gift to The Friends of Durham Cathedral from Durham Cathedral stonemason Steve Mann. The replica of the Sanctuary Ring of Durham Cathedral has been carved from a 314kg block of 'Blaxter' sandstone from Dunhouse Quarry at Staindrop, Durham. Steve carved the stone over several years (in his own time) and track