One of the things that makes our Friends Membership so special is the sense of community.
There is plenty of opportunity to make new friends, catch up with old, share experiences, learn and support the cathedral along the way too!
We’ve already started planning our 2025 events but here are some dates for the diary in the lead up to Christmas (yes, we said it!).
2024 Events:
Monday 2nd September:
Friends Lecture Series: 7pm, Prior’s Hall
The Church of Blessed Mary the Virgin: Durham’s Marian
Dedication by Dr Matthew Mills
Monday 7th October:
Friends Lecture Series: 7pm, Prior’s Hall
Dive into Durham by Gary Bankhead
Friday 8th November:
Quiz Night: 7pm, Prior’s Hall
Test the little grey cells and bring your friends!
Thursday 21st November:
Coach Trip to York Minster & Tour.
There is free time to do some Christmas Shopping too
Tuesday 3rd December:
Festive Mingle: 2pm, Prior’s Hall
Catch up with your friends and get into the festive spirit
Fri –Sun 6 - 8th December:
Christmas Market on Palace Green
Thursday 12th December:
Christmas Concert: 7.30pm, Durham Cathedral
An evening of carol singing featuring Durham Cathedral Young
Singers, Rock Choir North East and Consett Citadel Salvation
Army Band.
More details will sent to our members ahead of each event so please make sure to update your contact details and register and an email address with us if you can.