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The Great Britain Guide

Viewpoints · North East England

View of Cathedral, Mill and weir

In or near Durham.

Paid admission♿ Wheelchair accessible£

View of Cathedral, Mill and weir is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.

Durham Cathedral - geograph.org.uk - 7867341

Philip Halling — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
20 min–45 min
Best time of year
Clear days year-round
Nearest railway station
Durham · 0.8 km
  • Paid entry
  • Dog-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

View of Cathedral, Mill and weir is a named viewpoint in the Scottish Lowlands, marked on Ordnance Survey maps for its outlook. It sits within the City of Durham parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Durham, about 0.8 km away. Postcode area DH1.

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Official information

Durham Cathedral Museum is located within the medieval monastery of Durham, showcasing a variety of historical artifacts and relics. Visitors can explore unique displays, including St Cuthbert's cross and coffin, as well as early Christian stonework and treasures from St Cuthbert's shrine.

Place summary

View of Cathedral, Mill and Weir is a viewpoint located in the City of Durham, within the Scottish Lowlands. This site offers a notable perspective of the historic cathedral alongside the mill and weir, highlighting the region's architectural and industrial heritage.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.7726, -1.5798
Parish
City of Durham
Postcode
DH1 3EA
Parliamentary constituency
City of Durham
Nearest railway station
Durham0.8 km
Opening
Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is View of Cathedral, Mill and weir?
View of Cathedral, Mill and weir is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DH1 3EA), in the parish of City of Durham.
What is View of Cathedral, Mill and weir?
View of Cathedral, Mill and weir is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to View of Cathedral, Mill and weir?
The nearest railway station is Durham, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode DH1 3EA.
Is View of Cathedral, Mill and weir free to visit?
Yes, View of Cathedral, Mill and weir is free to enter.
How do I get to View of Cathedral, Mill and weir?
The nearest railway station is Durham, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DH1 3EA.