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Durham Cathedral
Durham Cathedral is near Durham in County Durham, England. Building began in 1093. On the Sim Britain map, it is available to sponsor for £1.
Sponsor Durham Cathedral
Put your logo on Durham Cathedral on the Sim Britain map, with a link to your website, for £1.
History
Durham Cathedral was begun in 1093 and is one of the finest Norman buildings in Europe. Its rib vaults are among the earliest in the world, pointing the way to Gothic architecture.
It holds the shrine of St Cuthbert and the tomb of the Venerable Bede. Together with Durham Castle, it was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986.
Quick facts
- Where: Durham, County Durham, England
- Built / formed: from 1093
- Building began in 1093
- Shrine of St Cuthbert and tomb of the Venerable Bede
- UNESCO World Heritage Site with Durham Castle
Visiting Durham Cathedral
For opening times, tickets and visitor information, see the official Durham Cathedral website ↗. You can also read more on Wikipedia ↗.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Durham Cathedral?
Durham Cathedral is near Durham in County Durham, England.
When was Durham Cathedral built?
Durham Cathedral: from 1093.
Who sponsors Durham Cathedral on Sim Britain?
Nobody yet. Durham Cathedral is available to sponsor on the Sim Britain map for £1.
How do I sponsor Durham Cathedral on Sim Britain?
Open Durham Cathedral on the map, choose Claim and pay £1 by card. Your logo goes on top of the landmark with a link to your website, and the building grows a layer. If someone outbids you, the price rises by half.
Can I visit Durham Cathedral?
Yes. Opening times, tickets and visitor information are on the official website. Official website ↗
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- Angel of the North Gateshead, England
- Hadrian's Wall Hexham, England
- York Minster York, England
- Lake Windermere Bowness-on-Windermere, England