Durham Dean and Chapter Library, Durham

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The Durham Dean and Chapter Library is located in Durham Cathedral, Durham, England. Founded in 995 AD, it is one of the largest English cathedral libraries. William de St-Calais donated 46 books. In the 19th century it was located in the Old Frater House, or Monk's Hall, on the south side of the cathedral's cloisters, situated there in 1680 by the Dean of Durham John Sudbury, who fitted up the building. ()

Coordinates: 54°46'22"N, 1°34'36"W

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Durham United Kingdom

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Durham Dean and Chapter Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Durham Cathedral, Durham Castle, Prebends Bridge, Durham University Museum of Archaeology.

~150 ftN
Iconic, vaulted Romanesque building
Durham Cathedral, Durham
1 min walk • Durham Cathedral is a majestic piece of architecture that dominates the skyline of the historic city of Durham in the northeast of England. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, officially known as the Cathedral Church of Christ, Blessed Mary the Virgin and St Cuthbert of...
~980 ftN
, Historical place, Architecture
Durham Castle, Durham
5 min walk • Durham Castle is a Norman castle in the city of Durham, England, which has been occupied since 1837 by University College, Durham after its previous role as the residence of the Bishops of Durham.
~880 ftSW
Bridge
Prebends Bridge, Durham
5 min walk • Prebends Bridge, along with Framwellgate and Elvet bridges, is one of three stone-arch bridges in the centre of Durham, England, that cross the River Wear.
~340 ftW
Museum
Durham University Museum of Archaeology, Durham
2 min walk • The Museum of Archaeology, founded in 1833, is a museum of the University of Durham in England. The museum has collections ranging from the prehistoric, Ancient Greece, Roman to Medieval.
~1640 ftN
City hall
Durham Town Hall, Durham
8 min walk • Durham Town Hall is a municipal building in the Market Place, Durham, England. It is a Grade II* listed building.
~1340 ftNE
Bridge
Elvet Bridge, Durham
7 min walk • Elvet Bridge is a medieval masonry arch bridge across the River Wear in the city of Durham, in County Durham, England. It links the peninsula in central Durham and the Elvet area of the city, and is a Grade I listed building.
~1190 ftN
Bridge
Framwellgate Bridge, Durham
6 min walk • Framwellgate Bridge is a mediaeval masonry arch bridge across the River Wear, in Durham, England. It is a Grade I listed building.
~1650 ftNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Cuthbert's Church, Durham
8 min walk • St Cuthbert's Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in Durham, England. It was opened on 31 May 1827 to replace two previous chapels, one run by the secular clergy and the other by the Jesuits. It is also the home of the Durham University Catholic Chaplaincy and Catholic Society.
~1620 ftN
Shopping centre, Shopping
The Gates Shopping Centre, Durham
8 min walk • The Gates Shopping Centre was a shopping centre in Durham, England. It was located on the west side of the River Wear between Framwellgate Bridge and Milburngate Bridge, in the centre of Durham.
~570 ftNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Assembly Rooms Theatre, Durham
3 min walk • The Assembly Rooms Theatre is a historic 220-seat proscenium arch theatre located in the centre of Durham. During term time, it primarily hosts the work of Durham Student Theatre's 27 resident companies, and also presents the work of external and touring companies at other points in the year.
~540 ftNE
Museum, Visitor center
Durham Museum and Heritage Centre, Durham
3 min walk • Durham Museum and Heritage Centre is a museum in Durham, England. It details the history of the City of Durham from medieval times to the present day.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Durham Dean and Chapter Library?

Nearby attractions include Durham Cathedral, Durham (1 min walk), Durham University Museum of Archaeology, Durham (2 min walk), Cranmer Hall, Durham (2 min walk), St. John's College, Durham (3 min walk).

How to get to Durham Dean and Chapter Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Durham Dean and Chapter Library:

Bus

St. Oswalds Church • Lines: 56 (6 min walk)
New Elvet • Lines: X12 (6 min walk)

Train

Durham (13 min walk)