Built after the Norman invasion of 1066 Durham Castle and Cathedral is an awe-inspiring sight.  Once part palace, part fortress, this has been a place of worship and scholarship for 1000 years, with a world-leading university and a chorister school since 1414. 

Explore Durham Cathedral and the shrines of St Cuthbert and the Venerable Bede. Discover Durham Castle given in trust to found Durham University almost 200 years ago. Discover Palace Green, neighbouring buildings and the story of Durham city’s foundation.