Tag: DurhamCathedral
Renowned Orchestra to Perform Handel’s Messiah in Durham Cathedral
A
world-famous orchestra will kick off the Durham Vocal Festival with a powerful
performance of Handel’s Messiah.The
Orchestra of the Age...
Durham Christmas Festival to Return for 25th Anniversary
Durham Christmas Festival is to return this festive season – with this year marking the event’s 25th anniversary.The festival – often seen as one...
Gala Play to Tell Story of Scots Soldiers Locked in Durham...
Durham’s Gala Theatre is to stage a play based on the tragic story of a group of Scottish soldiers who were imprisoned in Durham...
German Choir to Perform Mozart’s Requiem at Durham Cathedral
A 50-strong choir from the town of Tubingen, in Germany, is to team up with local musicians to deliver a stunning performance of Mozart’s...
Outdoor Classroom to Be Built on Riverbank below Durham Cathedral
An unusual classroom is being built on the banks of the River Wear in woodland below Durham Cathedral. Natural materials – especially willow – are...
Durham Cathedral Launches £10 Million Appeal for Urgent Repair Work
Durham Cathedral has launched a campaign to raise the £10 million needed to preserve the UNESCO listed monument over the next few years. The Foundation...
Next Avengers Movie Being ‘Secretly Filmed’ at Durham Cathedral
Something mysterious is going on at Durham Cathedral.
Right now, Palace Green and the area around the cathedral are filled with equipment trucks, prop vans...
Police, Prison and Business Bosses to Stage Sleepout to Help Homeless
High-ranking police officers, a prison governor and local business leaders are planning to spend a night sleeping rough in the cloisters of Durham Cathedral....
Bill Bryson Backs Durham Cathedral to Win BBC Countryfile Award
Acclaimed American travel writer Bill Bryson is supporting Durham Cathedral in its bid to win an award. The cathedral has been nominated in the...
Durham Vocal Festival to Bring Week of Music to City
A week-long festival of choral music is due to be staged in Durham. The Durham Vocal Festival, which will begin on Saturday 28th January,...