Prince Bishops of Durham tour

Prince Bishops of Durham tour

Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore the history of the Prince Bishops of Durham with a guide
  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Durham Cathedral
  • Go inside the Auckland Castle and the Faith Museum
What to expect

Join a full-day guided tour exploring the history of the Prince Bishops of Durham. Learn about the incredibly powerful lords that were religious leaders in the North of England during the Middle Ages.

The bishops wielded the power of both secular lords and medieval bishops – being able to rival monarchs at points in their power. It was often joked during the Middle Ages that there were two kings in England – one sat in London wearing a crown, while the other sat in Durham wearing a mitre.

During this tour, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Durham Cathedral. From there, you'll have lunch before proceeding to Auckland Castle – now famous for the internationally acclaimed Auckland Project. Here you will travel inside the Auckland Castle and the Faith Museum, which tells the story of Christianity in the British Isles.

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What's included
  • check Guided tour
  • check Entrance fees
  • check Hotel pickup and dropoff
  • check Lunch
Where
Meeting point:
You will indicate your pickup location at checkout.
What to remember
  • Guests must be at least 6 years old to join this tour
  • Maximum of 8 people per tour group
  • This tour includes pickup from locations within Newcastle or Durham. Please indicate your accommodation name and location during checkout
  • Passenger pickup starts between 9.00-9.30 am
  • Lunch will consist of a traditional lunch at a local venue, where vegetarian options are available. Upon arrival, please notify your guide of any dietary requirements and/or allergies
  • Please contact the tour provider about any disabilities your group may have, as tours can be customized for wheelchairs and those with vision impairments. You will find the tour operator's information on the voucher after booking
  • Dress warmly with waterproof options and layers (for the changing weather)
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
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Provider
Iles Tours
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
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