The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham
Also known as: Durham Cathedral
Durham Cathedral is the Anglican Cathedral Church of the Diocese of Durham. It is the Shrine of St Cuthbert and the Venerable Bede, the Seat of the Bishop of Durham and a focus of pilgrimage and spirituality in North East England. Inspired by our saints, Cuthbert and Bede, the mission of Durham Cathedral is to offer everyone the opportunity to encounter God and know God's love in Jesus Christ.
Activities & Mission
Durham Cathedral is the Anglican Cathedral Church of the Diocese of Durham. It is the Shrine of St Cuthbert and the Venerable Bede, the Seat of the Bishop of Durham and a focus of pilgrimage and spirituality in North East England. Inspired by our saints, Cuthbert and Bede, the mission of Durham Cathedral is to offer everyone the opportunity to encounter God and know God's love in Jesus Christ.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 9% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 4% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £5,869,000 | £7,817,000 | £2,014,000 | £71,297,000 | £2,328,000 | 118 / 478 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham
What does The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham do?
Durham Cathedral is the Anglican Cathedral Church of the Diocese of Durham. It is the Shrine of St Cuthbert and the Venerable Bede, the Seat of the Bishop of Durham and a focus of pilgrimage and spirituality in North East England. Inspired by our saints, Cuthbert and Bede, the mission of Durham Cathedral is to offer everyone the opportunity to encounter God and know God's love in Jesus Christ.
How much income did The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham report in 2025?
The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham reported total income of £5.87m and reported expenditure of £7.82m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham?
The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham has a program ratio of 34.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 9% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham registered as a charity?
The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 November 2023 as charity number 1205971. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham?
The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham operate?
The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham a registered charity?
Yes — The Cathedral Church Of Christ, Blessed Mary The Virgin And St Cuthbert Of Durham is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1205971.
Details
THE CATHEDRAL OFFICE
THE COLLEGE
DURHAM
DH1 3EH
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Sectors & Classifications
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- 14 May 2026
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