How Old Is Durham Cathedral 2024. Durham cathedral was built in the late 11th and early 12th centuries to house the relics of st cuthbert (evangelizer of northumbria) and the venerable bede. England is home to many historical and architectural marvels, but few can rival the grandeur of durham cathedral.

Book your ticket to explore 2000 years of the north east’s history, culture and faith at durham cathedral museum at your own pace. Together with the adjacent durham castle, the cathedral forms a unesco world heritage site.