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Magazine for Supporters of 2017 | ISSUE 2 | £2.50

Magazine for Supporters of 2017 | ISSUE 2 | £2.50

Magazine for supporters of 2017 | ISSUE 2 | £2.50

DUNHOLM ISSUE 2 WELCOME to the second edition of Dunholm, which I hope gives you an interesting glimpse into the life of the during 2016. Few Deans can have the privilege of arriving at such a seminal moment in the life of a Cathedral. In the same month as my installation as , a £10m world-class exhibition experience was launched to the public, transforming the Claustral buildings. Open Treasure will also Welcome to Dunholm become the permanent home of the Treasures of St , some of the most significant Anglo-Saxon artefacts in the country. But Open Treasure is so much more than the creation – of exhibition spaces, however ambitious and complex – and this certainly has been a monumental undertaking for which the staff at Magazine for the Cathedral are to be warmly congratulated. Open Treasure is also a way of speaking about the Cathedral itself. Standing on a peninsula encircled by the , Cathedral supporters of is the most visible landmark on the North East train line, seen at a distance by thousands using the route every day. The Cathedral is a treasure in itself, an architectural reliquary holding the remains of not one – but two. It is the Open Treasure of the North East, holding the of early Christianity in these lands side CONTENTS by side with the heroes of the and the victims of mining disasters. 2 Meet the Dean and 20 Where there is a Will there is a way And Open Treasure points us, above and beyond all that, to the treasure of the Christian Faith, 4 A warm welcome 22 Adopt a Book the treasure which is open to all; unmerited and undeserved, yet freely given; the priceless 5 Our daily life in pictures 24 30 years of Durham World treasure which lies beyond our imagining. Heritage Site Thank you to all who help us in our mission to 6 Northern Saints: Our perfect Patrons care for and celebrate the spirituality, heritage, 25 Pilgrimage: A journey with God 8 Our fabulous flower arrangers culture and beauty of this wonderful building. 26 Meet Maya: The Cathedral’s 10 Celebrating 600 years of Head of Property The Chorister School 28 Protecting the fabric of our future 12 Durham Cathedral Music 30 Fighting fit: Team Durham Cathedral 14 Building blocks for the future 31 Thank you to our supporters 16 Open Treasure

18 Lest we forget: Remembering the First World War

Durham Cathedral, Cathedral Office, The College, Durham DH1 3EH T 0191 374 4055 E [email protected] W www.durhamcathedral.co.uk

DUNHOLM 1 MEET THE DEAN AND CHAPTER The Chapter meets eleven times a year, with an additional three meetings to discuss the business of The Chorister School. Each member takes on a formal or informal portfolio and is usually needed to join one or more committees to deal with specific aspects A new chapter of the organisation.

Dean of Durham - The Very Reverend for the Cathedral Andrew Tremlett The purpose of my role as Dean is to lead the life and work of the Cathedral Church THE CHAPTER IS THE CATHEDRAL’S million; it employs over 140 people and of Durham and to share with the Diocesan in excess of 700 volunteers and welcomes governing body together with the Cathedral and other senior colleagues in the through its doors more than 700,000 people Council and the College of Canons. The oversight of the . The each year. Chapter is the body responsible for setting role is extremely varied, and includes a strategic direction, for agreeing the budget, All members of the share wide range of responsibilities, leading the for receiving the accounts and for overseeing responsibility for all that the Cathedral Cathedral Chapter, and with it to direct the day to day business of the Cathedral. does with specific responsibilities allocated the life and work of the Cathedral in all its It also serves as the governing body of The to individual Chapter members. The functions. I am responsible for discerning Chorister School. While many of the duties Chapter is supported by the Chapter Clerk with the Chapter, the Diocese and the various are similar to those of trustees, there are also and comprises the Dean, five ordained Cathedral communities, the next steps in our strong parallels with a Board of Directors, Residentiary Canons and three Lay shared journey in worship and mission as a especially since a number of its members have Members. The Lay Members are appointed by vibrant, imaginative, engaged and prayerful executive responsibilities. The Cathedral’s the Bishop for terms of three years, which can Christian Church. Beyond that, shaping, annual turnover is in the region of £7-£9 be renewed. leading and implementing a sustainable financial strategy which will include major fundraising; tapping into the potential of the Open Treasure; and extending the Cathedral’s relationships with the Diocese, University, community bodies, parishes and other churches for community transformation in the context of the reality of the challenges faced by people in North East today. My first few months in Durham have been immensely exhilarating and encouraging, especially with the launch of Open Treasure. I have been touched by the warm welcome I have received and am looking forward to getting to know the region better in the coming years.

Vice-Dean and - The Reverend Canon Dr David Kennedy As someone who was brought up in , was an undergraduate at Durham and was ordained in the Cathedral, being appointed to this exciting role was and is the greatest honour and privilege. I am one of the two full-time Residentiary Canons of the Cathedral. The main part of my work is as Canon Precentor, where I have oversight of the Cathedral’s worship. This includes From back row (Left to right) Chapter Clerk Philip Davies, Harvey Dowdy (previous Lay Member of Chapter), planning, writing and choreographing our Residentiary Canon Dr , The Venerable , The Reverend Canon , Ivor Stolliday, The Reverend Canon Rosalind Brown, Cathy Barnes, The Reverend Canon Dr David Kennedy and The Very Reverend many regular services, but also working with Andrew Tremlett. community organisations, charities, schools

2 DUNHOLM and the Diocese of Durham, and work closely of Durham - first Professors, originally only three, were with the Cathedral Music Department and the The Venerable Ian Jagger also Canons of the Cathedral. My position Vergers. A second area of responsibility is as The Durham Archdeaconary stretches as the Van Mildert Canon Professor of Canon Custos of The Chorister School where east-west across the centre of the Diocese Divinity retains the tradition of linking I work closely with the Headmistress on many of Durham from Consett and Stanley in the the University and its founding Cathedral. aspects of School life and advise the Chapter west, through Durham itself, to Sedgefield in My role is principally as a Professor of as Governors on all aspects of School policy. the south and and Seaham on the Divinity in . This I also oversee significant groups of volunteers coast. I am a Residentiary Canon at Durham involves teaching the undergraduate and including the Cathedral Bellringers, Cathedral, where I live with my family and graduate students and supervising doctoral Broderers, Service Stewards, Special Service share in the worship and governance as a candidates. A key responsibility is to help Stewards and Servers, all of which adorn our member of Chapter and previously as Canon lead the research of the country’s foremost worship and the beauty of the Cathedral. Treasurer. I moved to Durham after five University Departments of Theology and years as , and before Religion through publications, collaborative Lay Member of Chapter - that was Canon Missioner at Portsmouth research projects and lecturing nationally Cathy Barnes Cathedral. I was a founder member of the and internationally. My work as an academic I became a lay member of Chapter in May Cathedral’s Property Committee, the first theologian is connected to the life of the 2015, after serving first for a year on the chair of the Human Resources Group, and Church through sharing in the Cathedral’s Cathedral Council. My background is in currently I sit on the Audit Committee. Being daily liturgical and teaching ministries. As education, where latterly I focused in a the is an immense a member of Chapter, I also share in the consultancy capacity on standards and privilege. governance of the Cathedral. I serve on quality, and organisational governance. I the Anglican Communion’s Theological live and worship in the north of the Diocese, Diocesan Director of Mission, Commission and contribute to various where I am a member of the parish Shared Discipleship and Ministry, aspects of theological education in the Ministry Development Team and PCC. As a and Residentiary Canon of wider Church. Chapter member I am privileged to be part Durham Cathedral - The Reverend of the life of this wonderful place, and to be Canon Sophie Jelley Lay Member of Chapter and Treasurer - able to play a small part in helping to steer Ivor Stolliday the Cathedral’s vision and strategic direction Having just returned from Sabbatical leave for the future. I am keen to encourage and involving study, retreat and travel to a As Treasurer, I take an active role in the support initiatives that enable us to connect mission project in Asia with my family, it whole of the Cathedral’s finances and more effectively with those who come is good to be back in residence as Canon at resources. I am also in a fortunate position through our doors, and just as importantly by the Cathedral. I believe we are at a uniquely being Chair of Visit County Durham and reaching out to those who, thus far, have not. exciting stage in our development with the take a keen interest in the development of the beginning of Open Treasure and the arrival Cathedral’s offer to visitors to the Cathedral of our new Dean. As Durham Diocesan and region. Although the total numbers – a Nave Canon and Canon Librarian - Director of Mission, Discipleship and turnover somewhere in excess of £7 million The Reverend Canon Rosalind Brown Ministry, my primary focus is in the area per annum – are modest by corporate I have been at the Cathedral for 11 years and of mission, coordinating events such as standards, the complexity is considerable. am one of the two full time Canons. Apart the ‘Thy Kingdom Come’ prayer initiative Durham has more assets, in more forms, from sharing in the worship and governance earlier in 2016 and ‘Talking Jesus’ mission than most – and with these come of the Cathedral, I have oversight of the weekend planned for March 2017. I joined the more liabilities and needs for expenditure. Nave, or public ministries. These include Chapter two years ago and find the Cathedral Durham has a small and very capable Finance weekday education for adults and children, a very stimulating environment with such team, responsible for producing budgets, pastoral care, visitor ministry, Sunday a rich mix of people. I look forward to new monitoring performance, handling audit, School, exhibitions and our engagement with opportunities for Chapter to enable the and virtually everything else that involves the Durham County Council and Durham Cathedral to reach out in the wider region to the finances, the income, expenditure and University for cultural events and economic bless and engage with the people of our area investments of the Cathedral. To help with regeneration which includes chairing and the issues of our day. the World Heritage Site Management this I chair the Resources and Finance Committee. In recent years, the Chapter Committees, and serve on the Investment has appointed me as Canon Librarian which Van Mildert Professor Divinity, and Audit Committees. I report on all these involves responsibility for our library and Durham University and Residentiary matters to Chapter, along with our Head of wonderful historic collections. Obviously Canon of Durham Cathedral - Finance. None of this is easy – but I never I am not skilled in all those areas (my Dr Simon Oliver expected it to be so. It is made possible by background is town planning) and there are When the , William the commitment and support of an excellent only 24 hours in each day, so I work closely Van Mildert, and the Cathedral Chapter professional team. It remains a fascination with our professional staff. founded Durham University in 1832 the and privilege.

DUNHOLM 3 A WARM WELCOME Continuing the Benedictine tradition

DURHAM CATHEDRAL welcomes in The opening of the Cathedral’s new taking home with them lasting memories excess of 700,000 visitors a year which exhibition experience Open Treasure, has not and a desire to return. It is also an include worshippers, pilgrims, tourists, local only enhanced our offer to visitors, but has opportunity to ask those visiting if they residents, organised tour groups, school also added another dynamic to Cathedral would like to make a voluntary donation, an education groups and specialist groups. operations. The creation of a new Visitor income stream which helps us to the Whatever their reason or motivation to Desk at the West End of the Cathedral, doors of Durham Cathedral open to visitors visit, we pride ourselves on the warmth supported by new technology including now and in the future. of welcome they all receive and the ticket systems and display screens, is Vanessa Ward, Head of Visitor Services information and interpretation available to enabling staff and volunteer stewards to enable visitors to get the most out of their provide an easy introduction to the time at the Cathedral. Cathedral and what is on offer. It is about ensuring that those who come here have the best possible experience when visiting,

4 DUNHOLM Our daily life in pictures 1 2

THERE ARE SO MANY PEOPLE who we rely on to make Durham Cathedral what it is today, a vibrant, friendly and welcoming place to visit, worship and enjoy. 3 4

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1 Celebrating and sharing friendship, Stewart and Bianca Allan celebrating 24 years volunteering at the Cathedral 2 Taking the time to listen to visitors 3 Regular guided tours to share the Cathedral’s story 4 Welcoming school groups 5 Our Bedesmen on duty, who help welcome visitors and prepare the Cathedral for services. 11 12 6 Vergers who care for the Cathedral every day of the year 7 Daily services of worship 8 Regular guided History Walks along the wooded riverbanks 9 Preserving the building’s heritage 10 Sharing an afternoon out with friends 11 Visiting with family and friends 12 Cleaning and conserving the furnishings 13 Remembering someone special 13 14 14 Continuing the choral tradition

DUNHOLM 5 NORTHERN SAINTS accompanied Aidan on his missionary journeys, acting as interpreter, as Aidan could not speak the local dialect. On 5 August 642 he was killed in battle by Penda, King of the Mercians at Maserfield, now Our perfect Patrons Oswestry, in Shropshire. St Oswald’s feast is celebrated on 3 August, which starts with a 7.30 am Holy Eucharist at the Feretory since his head is buried with Cuthbert, and at the DURHAM CATHEDRAL is unique in feast day is celebrated on 31 August. We end of Evensong we sing a hymn that refers to holding the shrine of two Northern Saints: celebrate the saints as our forebears in the him, usually one written by a past or present St Cuthbert, in whose honour the Cathedral faith, letting their example be an influence member of the Chapter. was built; and the Venerable , the on us today. £50 monthly or £600 annually father of English history and influential £10 monthly or £120 annually theologian. The Northern Saints are an Joint Membership £62.50 monthly Joint Membership £12.50 monthly integral part of the history that has helped or £750 annually or £150 annually shape the life of Durham Cathedral, and All the benefits above, plus All the benefits above, plus our Cathedral Patrons today continue that • Free annual pass for all exhibitions tradition by safeguarding the Cathedral’s • ‘Capture the Cathedral’ Private evening to Open Treasure future through their support. We have named events with professional photographer • Invitations to Open Treasure private our Patrons after each of the Northern view receptions Saints in recognition of their contribution to Hild Patron Cathedral life. St Hilda or St Hild as she is known in Bede Patron You can become a Patron from as little as £5 a Durham was the daughter of Prince Hereric month. There are six Patron levels to choose of Deira, a nephew of King Edwin. Hild The Venerable Bede - is widely regarded as from, each with different benefits, but as a succeeded St Heiu as Abbess of Hartlepool the greatest of all the Anglo-Saxon scholars, minimum all Patrons receive the following in before founding a double monastery of both the father of English history and the only recognition of their support: monks and nuns at Whitby (Streoneshall). . At the age of seven he £5 monthly or £60 annually In 664, she hosted the famous Synod of was entrusted to the care of Benedict Biscop, Whitby at which it was decided that the who in 674 founded the monastery of St. Peter Joint Membership £6.25 monthly at Wearmouth. In 682, Bede moved to the or £75 annually Northumbrian Church should follow the teachings of the Roman Church rather than monastery at , where he spent the rest of • 10% discount in Cathedral Shop those of Celtic Irish Iona. After her death in his life. His scholarship covered a huge range • 10% discount in Undercroft Restaurant 680 she was buried at Whitby where miracles of subjects, but his most famous work, which • 50% discount on an annual pass were soon reported at her tomb. We celebrate is a key source for the understanding of early to Open Treasure St Hild on her feast day every year on the British history and the arrival of Christianity, 19 November. is The Ecclesiastical History of the English People • Dunholm Magazine which was completed in 731. It is the first £25 monthly or £300 annually • Invitation to the annual Patron Reception work of history in which the AD system of • Invitation to Cathedral by Night; an Joint Membership £31.25 monthly dating is used. His body was ‘translated’ (the annual event exploring different aspects or £375 annually ecclesiastical term for relocation of ) of the Cathedral All the benefits above, plus from Jarrow to Durham Cathedral around • Invitation to specialist led talks & 1020, where it was placed in the same tomb demonstrations with St. Cuthbert, and later moved to a shrine Aidan Patron in the Galilee Chapel in the Cathedral in 1370. St Aidan played an integral role in the Bede’s feast day is on 25 May. For the last establishment of the Christian faith in North Oswald Patron few years we have also organised a study day East England. Arriving in c. 635, St Oswald was born at the beginning of the about aspects of Bede’s legacy on the Saturday he made his headquarters on the offshore 7th century (604 or 605), son of Æthelfrith nearest to his day; we do this jointly with island of , close to King Oswald’s (also known as Ethelfrid) and the first king the Institute of Medieval and Early Modern at Bamburgh. Aidan preached widely of a united Northumbria. After his father’s Studies (IMEMS) at Durham University. throughout Northumbria, travelling on death 616, the young Oswald fled to Iona for £100 monthly or £1,200 annually foot, and recruited Anglo-Saxon youths to safety and there he was baptised and became Joint Membership £125 monthly be educated at Lindisfarne. Among them a Christian. In 633 Oswald returned to or £1,500 annually was St Eata, Abbot of Melrose and later of Northumbria to regain his father’s kingdom. Lindisfarne. In time, Eata’s pupil, St Cuthbert, Oswald found St Aidan to be both a valued All the benefits above, plus also became Bishop of Lindisfarne. Aidan’s adviser and a good friend. Oswald often • Dinner in the Deanery

6 DUNHOLM A LOOK BACK AT PATRON Open Treasure Preview (Oswald +) Annual Patron Reception for Patrons and EVENTS IN 2016 Thursday 21 July, Corporate Partners Oswald and Bede Patrons enjoyed a curatorial 19 March 2016 Christmas Reception introduction and Private View Open Treasure, This annual reception, took place over the Friday 2 December, Priors Hall before Durham Cathedral’s new museum and same weekend as the Cathedral’s celebrated Patrons joined us for a warming glass of gallery experience opened its doors to the St Cuthbertstide. Patrons are invited to enjoy mulled wine and a mince pie, as the Cathedral public on Saturday 23 July 2016. a day at the Cathedral, with many events and readied itself to celebrate Christmas and activities taking place across the weekend it welcome in the New Year. This was an was a great opportunity to explore and enjoy informal opportunity to mingle with fellow the Cathedral. supporters, and many Patrons chose to enjoy the Christmas Festival and Market and carol concert earlier in the day making it a very festive afternoon indeed.

Guests exploring the new exhibition spaces of Open Treasure, photo taken by Peter Burmann

Cathedral by Night, Live from the Library Patrons and guest enjoy a relaxed festive evening in the Tuesday 7 June, The Library Solarium, photo taken by Peter Burmann Patrons had the opportunity to meet the Patrons and guests, photo taken by Peter Burmann Cathedral’s Collections Team as the evening’s Meet the Dean special focus was on our recently refurbished Romancing the Stone (Young Patrons) Wednesday 28 September, The Deanery Refectory Library. They heard about what is February 2016 Patrons were invited to an exclusive evening involved when caring for the early printed with the Dean of Durham, the Very Revd book collection and viewed items which had Over the years Durham Cathedral has Andrew Tremlett. This event was an been specially selected for them. provided a romantic backdrop for important opportunity for Patrons to get to meet our new moments in peoples’ lives. Love has been Dean while hearing news and updates from shown in a variety of ways, from falling in the Cathedral. love whilst at Durham as students, to being proposed to at the top of the Cathedral Capture the Cathedral (Aidan +) Tower. Young Patrons enjoyed a romantic Tuesday 12 July, Durham Cathedral tour of the Cathedral led by one of our Vergers, who really has seen it all. Patrons enjoyed having the Cathedral to themselves for this annual series of private If you would like to join or find out photography evenings. On this occasion more about Durham Cathedral’s Patron professional photographer Peter Burmann, membership please contact Sophia was on hand to offer handy tips to take that Stovall on 0191 374 4055 or email perfect photo. [email protected]

A Patron capturing the Cathedral on camera, photo by Lisa di Tommaso, Head of Collections enjoying the The Lantern, beneath the Bell Chamber, photo taken by Peter Burmann evening in the Library with Ruth Wiltshire, a Cathedral Dave Wood Patron, photo taken by Peter Burmann

DUNHOLM 7 Above: Helena in the Cathedral’s Flower Garden. Below: Keith, one of the Cathedral’s gardeners in the Flower Garden, photo by Tony Griffiths

OUR FABULOUS FLOWER ARRANGERS ‘Happiness held is the seed; happiness shared is the flower.’

MAJESTIC CATHEDRALS, parish In Durham Cathedral we have an incredible The Gardening Team go to great lengths to churches and the humblest place of worship, 16 teams of volunteers from across the provide a wide variety of cut flowers. In some have one thing in common, flowers! They Diocese, who give their time and their skill years, the unreliability of our English summer come and go with the seasons and mirror to provide up to ten arrangements each week. makes this a real challenge but they meet this the church’s year, its particular festivals Many of the volunteers are members of the with great equanimity and patience. Three and special occasions. Flowers are beautiful National Association of Flower Arrangers cheers for the Gardeners! The volunteers get much yet ephemeral, they bring us joy and lift Societies (NAFAS) and all involved bring satisfaction and enjoyment from their involvement our spirits. They lead us to marvel at the with them significant expertise, enthusiasm and their commitment and faithful service is clear intricacies and variety of creation and and endurance, walking the length of for all to see. Thank you one and all. remind us we are stewards of all the gifts the Cathedral several times in the course Margaret Jefferson, Flower Arranger this world gives us. of a morning! Co-ordinator

8 DUNHOLM HELENA JOHNSON, is the Chair of the Q What would you say the ‘style’ of Durham poppies fill the Cathedral. In the Durham & Durham Area of NAFAS, Cathedral in bloom is? Light Infantry Chapel we interpret poetry which has over 2,400 members, she has A The majority of the arrangements are into floral displays, including poppies and been volunteering at the Cathedral for over symmetric or triangular designs. The red carnations. Poppies play a big role in the 20 years and her role with NAFAS sees her gardeners provide the base foliage of laurel, as actual Remembrance Ceremony, falling from travel throughout the country, promoting the we need the height which it provides. Foliage the Tower onto the Crossing. artistic use of flora and fauna. is the foundation of any display, offering shape and definition which the flowers then Q What is your favourite season? are able to enhance and lift the arrangement. Q How did you get involved with flower A Summer is the season where we have When we do festivals we are able to create arranging at Durham Cathedral? almost an unlimited supply of vibrant and different shapes, styles and contemporary A My first experience of working at Durham beautiful flowers from the Cathedral’s designs as we have more budget and choices Cathedral was in 1997 as part of the Flower Allotment Garden. Some of the showstoppers to explore. The Annunciation by Josef Pryz in Festival ‘High on a Hilltop’, arranging flowers are the home grown Dahlias and the Galilee Chapel is perhaps the only regular to interpret Bishop Pusdey’s involvement Chrysanthemums which work alongside contemporary flower display as it fits with the in the Durham Market. I was teaching at staples such as carnations and roses. modern design of the sculpture. the time at Houghall College, Durham and contacted the Flower Arranger Co-ordinator The Cathedral’s colour themes do change Q What has been your highlight from your Margaret Whitaker. She simply said, ‘come throughout the year. For example, the 20 years of creating flower displays at the on Friday and bring your scissors’, and the Cathedral is full of white flowers, roses, lilies Cathedral? rest is history. and carnations over Easter. At Christmas we use small Christmas Trees in the Ridley A As President of the Northumberland Urns, under the Scott Screen, which look & Durham Area of NAFAS, I was heavily Q What do you enjoy most about working in beautiful lit up on the dark nights. The arrival involved with Jewels of the North in 2013, a Durham Cathedral? of the large Christmas tree is always exciting spectacular festival of flowers and design A It has been a joy working in such wonderful and a challenge for our Property Team to get which took place in Durham Cathedral surroundings and I have made so many into the church, but well worth the effort as it between 30 August and 4 September. It friends who include Vergers, Gardeners, looks stunning sparkling amidst the pillars. was also the year that we celebrated the Clergy and the many volunteers. I love 45th anniversary of the Northumberland meeting visitors from across the world who & Durham Area of NAFAS. Thanks to the Q How many people does it take to make a come and watch us work or comment on the festival we raised over £30,000 towards display? displays, curious about the Cathedral and the Open Treasure. The festival left an afterglow size of the arrangements and the flowers used. A We work in teams of five or six people, that lasted right through the damp and grey to create each week’s display. It is a true winter and I was pleased to have been a part collaboration with the gardeners providing of it. Q What’s the most challenging aspect of foliage throughout the year and seasonal putting together floral displays? flowers, and the flower arrangers also A It is always a bit chaotic when we first providing foliage from their own gardens Durham in Bloom arrive in the morning to sort out the flowers, to creatively construct the weekly designs. 2016 saw Durham scooping the Gold Award, but as soon as you begin to arrange, calm The Vergers are responsible for watering and in The Royal Horticultural Society’sBritain descends. Making sure we have the right caring for the displays throughout the week. in Bloom competition and be named Overall flowers is also key. During special times Winner in the ‘Champion of Champions’ of the year, we explore what is seasonal or category. Our Cathedral Gardeners made a Q What is your favourite arrangement and matches the colour scheme of a particular significant contribution to this success - and where? festival. St Cuthbertstide is a key moment in the judges’ report specifically acknowledged the Cathedral’s calendar, taking place every A The two Ridleys, two large urns on the their efforts. Please join us in congratulating March. Along with making sure we have Crossing in front of the Quire Stalls. There our gardeners, Geoff, Keith and Anthony, enough flowers in the colours of St Cuthbert, are set arrangements every week which we and thanking them for their hard work! Well which is red, gold and white, I always bring in do not deviate from. We aim to start working done! Why not visit the allotment garden daffodils for visiting school children to help on the arrangements at 9.30am and hope to on the South Bailey,in Durham which is is decorate the Shrine of St Cuthbert. We also finish by 12.30pm every Friday. We have a open every September as part of the annual ask the gardeners to provide tree ivy, which tight time scale for certain areas within the Heritage Open Days championed by English helps to complete the foliage display of the Cathedral like the Shrine of St Cuthbert, Heritage. Shrine, to reflect the love that St Cuthbert due to the 12.30am services, and other had for the natural world. parts of the Cathedral where meditation or reflection takes place throughout the day. My favourite annual arrangement has to be the Remembrance Festival in November when

DUNHOLM 9 CELEBRATING 600 YEARS OF THE CHORISTER SCHOOL IN PREPARING A Speech Day Address some years ago, I had occasion to reflect on the wonderful words of Dag Hammerskjold: “For all that has been – thanks! To all that shall be – yes.” It is likely that there have been children singing 600 years of history. and learning on this site for the best part of a thousand years. Historical research shows that at different times there have been choir boys and choral instruction; that gentlemen of the 600 years of heritage. choir have been employed to teach, but dating the foundation of a school really depends on the time when a formal and sustainable provision 600 years of hope. was in place, and for us it would seem this dates from the late 14th century, and certainly the early 15th century with absolute clarity at 1416. In a world of immediacy and the digital footprint, the challenge has been to find a way for the 21st century child to comprehend the magnitude of that long journey of 600 years, and to be enriched by it. The easier statistics would surely be found in the lists: the numbers of Deans and Priors, the 23 Kings and 6 Queens over that long period, some 600 Christmases, several hundred thousand services of Evensong and a good many more school dinners, some arguably more memorable than others! The School was here when Henry V returned triumphant from Agincourt. It was here when Hugh Whitehead ended his tenure as Prior to return as the first Dean, following the reformation and it was here at the creation of a by the Acts of Union in 1707. It was here when Wellington was victorious at Waterloo, through the long, dark days of two world wars, and it was here when outer-space became our new ‘back yard’. Throughout the years of the Royal Houses of Lancaster, York, Tudor, Stuart, Orange, Hanover, Saxa-Coburg Gothe and Windsor, children have been educated at this HRH Sophie, Countess of Wessex visited the Chorister School to help mark the anniversary. magnificent Cathedral.

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10 DUNHOLM In 2016, celebration was certainly achieved! preparing then for scholarship and academic In early April the School was delighted to entry to their first choice senior schools. I am welcome HRH The Countess of Wessex delighted that in education we have embraced GCVO, who visited the school and opened the age of digital and social media, but that the newly designed labyrinth and garden on we retain a very assiduous commitment the old school yard. Bell ringers taught pupils to keys skills in numeracy and literacy. campanology with the Durham mini-peel Alongside the academic profile, we celebrate assembled in the Hall at School. Past pupils of the achievements of our pupils in sport, art the school commissioned a new Processional and music, arguably the pursuits which do so Cross, which was blessed at the Service of much to garner the best of human spirit. We Thanksgiving in the Cathedral on 18 June, are privileged to be preparing children at a attended by some 900 pupils, alumni, staff, time of exponential change, and we take our parents and friends of the School, and it was responsibility very seriously. a tremendous privilege to listen to Terry We continue to attract pupils who thrive Waite’s inspiring and very humbling address. on opportunity. The extra-curricular Choral Evensong at 5.15pm. These boys and The Durham Jubilate, a new work by Philip programme includes clubs for textiles, girls work hard to achieve the high standards Stopford for full choir, brass, percussion and gardening, board games and drama. In the that we have come to expect. To ensure we organ was premiered that afternoon. Outside past three years we have introduced rowing can be open to all who have the talent for school 600 balloons were released, and there and now have our own accredited boat club, singing no matter their background we must was a Celebration Ball on Palmers Close, and a very fine equestrian team who compete secure long-term funding to enable bursaries another special and memorable occasion nationally. Opportunities to perform in to be awarded to those individuals. Durham and a chance to spend time with the larger concerts, in public speaking and debate, as Cathedral Choir Association is a registered School family. well as in productions both at School and in charity whose sole aim is to support the In School there is a beautifully crafted birch the Gala Theatre have further enhanced pupil Cathedral’s Choristers and Choral traditions. tree hung with glass leaves individually confidence; the acquisition of confidence in Durham Cathedral has an endowment fund made by each of the pupils and staff who its innumerable nuances, is fundamental to which works towards providing bursaries represented the School in 2016. A specially self-esteem and well-being. for talented children so none is barred from commissioned watercolour of the buildings Marking 600 years afforded the opportunity the opportunity of becoming a Chorister also hangs in the Assembly Hall. A to reflect and to consider the value of our for financial reasons. We want to give the celebration of 600 years is the opportunity remarkable heritage. We move forward with opportunity for choral training and an to create a window on the past, with its rich energy and vision. 600 is just the beginning! excellent education to more people from a tapestry of colour and character, of threads Yvette Day, Head Teacher wider range of backgrounds throughout the both fine and broad. But the creation of www.thechoristerschool.com UK. There are many ways in which to support any such window is also about the space music at Durham, including a recent donation through which new light can shine, and the of £500 from DCCA for the conservation colours of reflected light as seen through past Durham Cathedral Choir Association of early printed music texts which are in the experience as the world moves on (DCCA) Cathedral’s collections, safeguarding the and changes. A large part of the Cathedral’s worship is texts which have helped shaped 600 years of The past few years has seen a programme of led by our girl and boy Choristers, as part of choral tradition. For more information about significant refurbishment and development the Cathedral Choir. All Choristers live and supporting Choristers please contact Sophia to enhance the already numerous benefits study at The Chorister School and share the Stovall on 0191 734 4005 or by email, sophia. of the traditional prep school model, with daily sung services, with rehearsals beginning [email protected], alternatively increased opportunity for all pupils, best at 8am before a full day at school and then visit www.durhamcathedralchoir.org.uk

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DUNHOLM 11 School Children rehearsing for the Durham Music Outreach Celebration concert June 2016

DURHAM CATHEDRAL MUSIC DURHAM CATHEDRAL has a proud musical tradition. From its earliest days to the present, music has played an integral part in daily worship. Today the Cathedral engages in a wide and diverse range of sacred ‘Music gives a soul to and secular musical activity.

Music Outreach the universe, wings to Since 2003 the Cathedral’s Choristers have visited local schools to introduce children, who may have had no previous experience the mind, flight to the of choral music, to choral singing. Durham Cathedral’s Music Outreach Programme engages with around 800 children a year from schools in Durham, South Tyneside, imagination and life and . Participating schools receive music sessions for Key Stage 2 pupils Plato (7-11 year olds), teacher training, and the to everything’ opportunity for pupils to perform alongside the Choristers in a termly celebration concert in the Cathedral. Music can make a powerful contribution to the education and development of children, having benefits which range from those

12 DUNHOLM that are largely academic to those which Cathedral’s 17th century choir part books; contribute to a child’s overall development. the music manuscripts used in services by Studies have demonstrated the positive the Cathedral Choir. For the pupils who impact that music can have on personal are current Cathedral Choristers it was and social skills, including increased self- especially exciting to see the books their reliance, confidence, self-esteem, sense of predecessors would have sung from over 350 achievement, and ability to relate to others. years ago, including anthems the Cathedral We are delighted the Cathedral is able to Choir continue to sing in services today. The inspire and introduce young people to the children were also fascinated to see extremely world that music opens up and we are grateful rare copies of early 18th century printed to those individuals and organisations who music, including lessons for the violin, and chose to support this popular programme books of popular songs and tunes from through donations. If you would like to find the theatre. out how you can help, please contact If you are interesting in finding out more Sophia Stovall on 0191 374 4055 or about the Cathedral’s music collection, [email protected] Adopt a Book or how to support the Library’s Conservation Fund, please visit our website Archbishop presenting James with The or contact Sophia Stovall on 0191 374 4055 or Cranmer Award for Worship in recognition of his work Chorister School pupils visit in cathedral music. [email protected] the Cathedral Library The Chorister School’s Year 8 pupils of the award recipients warmly welcome at made two visits to the Cathedral Library Our Outstanding Organist Lambeth through his personal kindness; in autumn 2016. The first visit, arranged Durham Cathedral’s Master of the Choristers it was a special joy to see him and his wife once by Head of History Matthew Headdock, and Organist, Dr James Lancelot, has been again and to be reassured of the very special enabled the children to view rare eighteenth honoured with a prestigious award from the place Durham clearly has in their hearts. century pamphlets and books relating to , for outstanding James Lancelot the Abolition of the Slave Trade, including a service to the church. James’ musical career started when he was just campaign poster against the slave trade, and Archbishop Justin Welby (formerly the three years old and singing in the church choir works by William Wilberforce and Granville Bishop of Durham) presented James with progressed to becoming a Chorister at St Paul’s Sharp. Granville Sharp, one of 12 men who The Cranmer Award for Worship in Cathedral in at the tender age of eight formed The Society for the Abolition of the recognition of his work over forty years in years old. Following an education at Ardingly Slave Trade in May 1787, was the son of cathedral music and in particular his ministry College and later as at King’s Archdeacon Thomas Sharp and was born in music at Durham Cathedral. College Cambridge, James was appointed Sub-Organist of in 1975. and raised in The College, Durham. The news of the nomination for the Archbishop James has been at Durham since 1985 where he The second visit, arranged by Director of Canterbury’s Cranmer Award came to me became responsible for the Cathedral’s musical of Music James Randle, focussed on the as a complete surprise and a great delight, not ministry, at the heart of which are the services extraordinary music collections held least because it reflects happily on our beloved sung daily by the Cathedral Choir. During the Library. On display were some of the Cathedral. Archbishop Justin made every one his tenure as Master of the Choristers and Organist, James has successfully introduced girl choristers into the Cathedral and maintained the choir’s reputation as one of Britain’s leading cathedral choirs. James will be retiring in August 2017, after 32 years tenure. James Lancelot says of his retirement as Master of the Choristers and Organist at Durham Cathedral, “It has been a privilege beyond words to serve for over thirty years in this community and in this building which is so transcendent and so greatly loved. My wife Sylvia and I shall miss Durham enormously, but it is time for somebody else with faith, vision and energy to take forward the wonderful musical tradition of this place.” James’ time at Durham will be remembered with huge affection and admiration, and will Chorister School pupils viewing books on display in the Library. be much missed.

DUNHOLM 13 BUILDING BLOCKS FOR THE FUTURE Cathedral Tower and now Pearl will place her own mark in history on the LEGO model. Anne Richardson, Pearl’s mother The completion of From the moment television presenter and historian Jonathan Foyle laid the first brick on 11 July 2013 the LEGO model caught the imagination of visitors of all ages and Durham Cathedral nationalities and news of the build quickly went global. People from 182 out of the 195 countries of the world placed bricks on the in LEGO® model, and in doing so raised an incredible £300,000 towards the Cathedral’s Open Treasure project. Support came from as far as THE LARGEST LEGO MODEL ever built Pearl had been a frequent visitor to the Alaska, the Seychelles, the Solomon Islands by the general public was completed last LEGO Cathedral over the last few years, and the Cook Islands with individuals summer after a three year-long campaign. with her twin brother Murray, whose father all donating to place a brick or bricks on Measuring 3.84 metres long, 1.53 metres is a stonemason with the Cathedral’s the model. wide and 1.7 metres high, the 300,000 brick Property Team. And it was not just individuals who gave their model was built through the generosity of Both children have placed several bricks on the support. Businesses from the region also the thousands of supporters and visitors who model before and wanted to enter the prize draw got behind the build, including Hargreaves donated £1 per brick and our team of LEGO to be in with the chance of winning the lucky last services as principal sponsor, with other volunteers who helped to build it. The final brick placer’s role. We were delighted when we donations coming from Durham Markets, brick was laid on 25 July 2016 by 7-year-old heard that Pearl’s name had been drawn out Sainsbury’s Durham, Barclays Durham and Pearl Richardson, who won a special prize and it is particularly lovely because her daddy Durham Business Group who encouraged draw to be the person to complete the build. has put his mark in history in stone on the lots of thier members to do the same.

Dean and Chapter Colliery, Blackhall Lodge, Burnhope Lodge and Leasingthorne Colliery as part of the LEGO model’s Miners’ Gala display.

14 DUNHOLM Durham Cathedral in LEGO also attracted the support of schools and community groups, including local primary schools from Ludworth, Belmont and Kirk Merrington, with parish churches in and Spennymoor. It has been wonderful to see local people and visitors come together to achieve something so special.

Winning Streak On 22 September the Cathedral’s winning streak began with the announcement that Durham Cathedral in LEGO had won Charity Event of the year at the inaugural Amazing Durham Awards 2016. This was swiftly followed with Durham Cathedral in LEGO being nominated and winning Most Innovative Fundraising Campaign at the Institute of Fundraising Awards in London Sophia Stovall, Relationship and Development Manager collecting the Amazing Durham Award for best Charity event. and the Durham Business Group Marketing Award in November. University Graduations, Miners’ Gala and Commissioned Banners The judges of the category of Most Innovative Remembrance Sunday. We would like to Dean and Chapter Colliery Fundraising Campaign said of Durham take this opportunity to thank everyone who Blackhall Lodge Cathedral in LEGO, “This campaign brought supported Durham Cathedral in LEGO and Burnhope Lodge a smile to our faces! It was an extremely clever to our fantastic team of volunteer LEGO Langley Colliery way to engage people and bring the appeal to volunteers, who made it all possible. Lambton Colliery life. The model was an innovative totalizer for Leasingthorne Colliery the campaign and use of the model is an ongoing NUWCT Mini LEGO Miners’ Banners attraction. They created an incredibly different Tudhoe Colliery image of an appeal by a Cathedral and have The miners’ banners produced by the Seaham Colliery demonstrated a willingness to share learnings Cathedral’s Broderers proved very popular at with other organisations.” July 2016 annual Miners’ Gala service, In loving memory of John Westgarth, The Cathedral Broderers are now in the The awards kept on coming into the new beloved husband and father – a tribute process of making more banners which year with Durham Cathedral in LEGO from Irene Westgargth also winning a prestigious 2017 Hudson’s will be included in our Durham Cathedral The mini banner for Langley Colliery was Heritage Award which were announced on in LEGO model, recreating the annual big commissioned in memory of John Westgrath. 14 March. Established in 2011, the Hudson’s gathering in LEGO. John was a humorous, gentle and kind husband Heritage Awards are an independently All mini miners’ banners come with two and father. A man of few words but exceptional judged, annual, national scheme open to LEGO mini figures who hold the banner deeds and character, he worked in the Durham historic houses, gardens, museums and for a donation of £100, and an optional four Coalfields for over 40 years, most of them heritage sites and celebrate the very best band members for an additional £60. We at Langley Colliery, hardly ever missing a visitor experiences. were delighted that a number of banners were shift, and taking whatever overtime he could. able to be on display, carefully created by our Practical, pensive and totally reliable, he never LEGO’s legacy Borderers for whom nothing is too big or too wasted a day. John and I used to like to visit the The fact that Durham Cathedral in LEGO small for the needle. Cathedral in his later years and spend some has inspired similar projects at Chester The following mini banners have been quiet time together, and it remains a special Cathedral, amongst others, demonstrates commissioned to go on display within place for me and family the legacy and enduring significance of Durham Cathedral in LEGO to mark the There were two constants throughout his life; this innovative fundraising campaign. annual Miners’ Gala in 2017. Individuals, his family, and his faith. John and I would But the journey does not stop there, lodges and associations are able regularly came to the Cathedral to enjoy time Durham Cathedral in LEGO will still play commission their own banner, knowing together, and of course John loved celebrating an active role in the Cathedral’s visitor that it will go on display every July while the annual Miners’ Gala. By sponsoring the experience, with special events being supporting the Cathedral which plays an Langley Colliery banner I feel there is a little bit represented through the LEGO model integral role in the day’s celebrations and of John still here, remembered and missed. during the year such as the annual Durham blessing of the banners. Irene Westgarth

DUNHOLM 15 OPEN TREASURE The launch

care of them, limiting their exposure to light, and preserve them for future generations to enjoy. It also means that we have the opportunity to show visitors more objects from the Collections, rather than leaving them in storage, and there will always be something new and exciting to see. Five state-of-the-art display cases protect and showcase these precious objects, and have been designed to meet the highest standards of security, conservation and environmental control. The first display in the new Collections Gallery opened with the main spaces in July 2016. The Making of Open Treasure reflected the work and achievements that went on behind-the-scenes to create the new galleries, while also exploring the more technical

The Great Kitchen. aspects of the project. The first object-based exhibition in the Collections Gallery was AFTER A SPECIAL CEREMONY, prayers of Christianity in region. The story continues Textiles: Painting with the Needle. This presented and incense at the Monks’ Dormitory doors, through the rest of the Dormitory from a wonderful opportunity to display some our new Open Treasure exhibition experience the founding of the monastic community of the unusual and beautiful examples of opened to the public at 10am on Saturday in Durham, through the Reformation and historical and contemporary textiles in the 23 July 2016. ThroughOpen Treasure, the the founding of the Cathedral up to the Cathedral’s Collections. Featuring work by Cathedral’s magnificent Collections can present day. On either side of the timeline Greyson Perry, medieval silks, the early 17th now be discovered and enjoyed to new and are interactive exhibits which offer visitors century embroidered ‘Lady Arabella Stuart’ existing audiences alike. The beautiful new the choice to explore different aspects of Bible, and a selection of vestments and church galleries have been designed to ensure that Monastic and Cathedral life. Stairs and a needlework. From 20 February to 10 June the architectural wonders which house lift lead down from the Collection Gallery 2017 will see Beasts! inhabit the Collections them are just as big a highlight as the objects to the Great Kitchen where, from the later Gallery in an exhibition of the weird and and displays within. Alongside permanent part of 2017 we will display the Treasures wonderful creatures which have fascinated exhibits, a rolling programme of 3-month of St Cuthbert, including his Anglo Saxon people from earliest times. Later in the year spotlight exhibitions has commenced which Coffin, pectoral cross and portable altar. For will be a unique opportunity to see all three will showcase incredible artefacts from the now, this magnificent 14th century kitchen issues of Durham Cathedral’s , Cathedral’s own Collections, together with houses an exhibition of beautiful church plate including the only surviving copy of the items loaned from other major institutions. and metalwork from our collections dating 1216 issue, and further issues from 1225 and 1300. These will be displayed alongside their The journey begins in the Weston Gallery in from the 12th century onwards. Durham’s associated Forest Charters, from 1217, 1225 the Monks’ Dormitory – a vast 14th century collections are extensive and unique, and its and 1300. In the 800th anniversary year of the room where the monks of rich history is fascinating. Thanks toOpen first Forest Charter to be issued, this group of lived, slept and studied, beneath a stunning Treasure we can now share these collections six documents will be displayed together for the medieval wooden ceiling, only rivalled by and the stories behind them with visitors from first time. For more details about Westminster Hall. The Weston Gallery has all over the world. We hope you enjoy them. been designed as a timeline of the Cathedral’s Open Treasure exhibitions please see the history and that of Christianity in North East Cathedral’s current What’s On Guide or England. It begins with a unique collection Spotlight Exhibitions visit www.durhamcathedral.co.uk. of stones, ranging from pre Christian Roman The displays within theOpen Treasure We look forward to welcoming you to stones through to Anglo-Saxon preaching Collections Gallery will change every three Open Treasure soon! crosses, hogbacks and memorials which to four months. Showing objects for this Marie-Thérèse Mayne demonstrate the development and embedding length of time means that we can take better Open Treasure Exhibitions Officer

16 DUNHOLM Adopt a Book launch event sponsored by Handelsbanken, Bluebell Meadow Primary School, Trimdon pupils exploring the Weston Gallery in the Monks Dormitory photo taken photo taken by Peter Burman. by Dave Wood.

Open Treasure exhibitions Sponsorship Sharing Our Stories group have also taken part in the filming of a For all exhibitions the Cathedral is pleased to The Open Treasure Activity Programme promotional video for the Cathedral entitled offer a number of sponsorship opportunities, continues to engage with audiences from How I See It, which is currently being shown including Principal Sponsor, Exhibition across the region, including those identified in the Community Gallery within Sponsor and Community Programme as ‘hard to reach’. This section features Open Treasure and is available to view Sponsor. All sponsorship opportunities highlights from the last year: on the Cathedral’s Facebook page: offer a range of benefits including credit and Recreating the Community takes inspiration www.facebook.com/durhamcathedral/videos acknowledgement in both print and digital from the Treasures of St Cuthbert and Behind the Pages gives local book groups media, complimentary tickets and invitations. through the creation of art work explores the opportunity to learn about items in the If you are looking for something more the meaning of community and our place Cathedral’s collections through reading personalised, we can create a bespoke package. within it. The Cathedral’s Education Team a book that links directly to a Cathedral For further information about sponsorship is currently working with 7 community ‘treasure’. To date, 11 book groups (a total of opportunities or to set up a meeting please groups, whose work will be displayed in 165 people) have completed the programme contact Clare Chillingworth, at the Cathedral and/or the Community with each one having read and discussed their [email protected] Gallery within Open Treasure. To date over chosen book, and had the opportunity to visit or telephone 0191 374 4581. 150 people and 8 professional artists have the Refectory Library at the Cathedral for participated in the project. their very own ‘Show and Tell’ session with Treasure Stories inspires local school the Cathedral’s Collection’s team and their children to create stories based on Durham chosen ‘treasure’. Cathedral and its collections. Year 2 of Open Treasure Workshops for Schools have the project culminated in July 2016 with been developed to enhance the Cathedral’s the publication of an anthology of creative existing provision for visiting school groups. writing produced by children from the four Five new sessions have been created which participating East Durham schools. To explore different themes and periods in celebrate their achievements the children, history linked to the Cathedral and its who had worked with creative writer, Anne collections. Children taking part in Anglo- Curtis, were invited to the Cathedral for a Saxons v are invited to explore a full day of activities, which included a special selection of artefacts to discover aspects preview of Open Treasure. of Anglo-Saxon life through the themes of Young Curators gives young people aged invasion, settlement, art, culture and religion. 11-16 the opportunity to have unique They learn about Viking raids and invasions input into the development of the Open in the North East, find evidence of their Treasure exhibitions. The group has recently settlement and consider their influence on the completed work on a Young Person’s creation of Durham Cathedral. Finally, they guide, which is now in production with create an Anglo-Saxon inspired ‘grave good’ the Cathedral’s designer. Members of the to take away with them.

DUNHOLM 17 RBL Riders Andy Bridger, Pam Rossall, Rod and Si outside the DLI Chapel in Durham Cathedral with the Officer’s whistle which accompanied their journey.

LEST WE FORGET Commemoration of the Battle of the Somme At 7.30 am on 1 July 1916, the sound of whistles signalled the beginning of the Battle of the Somme. 100 years later, a WW1 Officer’s whistle was blown by the Royal British Remembering the Legion Riders by the Durham Light Infantry Chapel, Durham Cathedral to mark the start and end of a special 24 hour commemorative First World War motorbike ride. In a single day and night, Ten Royal British Legion Riders rode 750 miles on a motorbike tour of the North of England. The riders stopped at war memorials in over 10 counties and were joined by further Royal British Legion riders along the way. Pipe Major Doug Ratcliffe from the Pipe and Drums took part in the bike ride and piped en route at each stop. AS WE CONTINUE to commemorate commemorate and give thanks for those the centenary of the First World War, we individuals who fought for their country. Thank you to the Trustees of the former are reminded of the role Cathedrals play, as Special services included Evensong and Durham Light Infantry Museum for loaning powerful symbols of our shared history, and Commemoration of the Battle of the Somme and giving permission for the WW1 whistle the natural focal points for reflection and and a Vigil for the Eve of the Centenary of the to be used as part of the commemoration. The remembrance as the nation comes together. Battle of the Somme on 30 June, Evensong and whistle belonged to Bandmaster Long of the Durham Cathedral hosted a number or Commemoration of the Battle of the Somme 19th Regiment of the Durham Light Infantry services and events throughout 2016 to both on 1 July. who fought at the Battle of the Somme.

18 DUNHOLM FROM JULY TO NOVEMBER 2016 time the three crosses had stood side-by-side Durham Cathedral was home to three of cavalry style, since they were taken down the region’s most poignant reminders of the from the Butte in 1926. Not only did the Battle of the Somme – the Butte Crosses. exhibition provide individuals and families The Butte de Warlencourt is a prehistoric from across the region with the opportunity burial mound on the Somme battlefield which to remember loved ones who fought during took on great symbolic importance to the the First World War, but it also offered a soldiers of the British Army. The Army tried unique experience for school and community several times, unsuccessfully, to capture the groups in learning about their heritage and Butte, with one attack taking place on 5-6 share stories and memories about life during November 1916 led by the Durham Light the world wars. A series of ‘Knit and Natter’ Infantry (DLI) ; it is estimated that 273 men sessions that were organised across the died during the failed attack, with a further region proved particularly popular giving participants the chance to learn the local 400 wounded and 300 missing. Family Weekend - The Great War Gathering In 1917 the Butte was finally taken by the craft of proddy-mat making, while sharing British Army and three wooden crosses family memories. The outcomes of this were erected in memory of the men from the project were exhibited at the Cathedral (24 DLI who died there. The crosses remained October – 4 November) as part of the Butte in place until 1926 when they were taken Crosses exhibition. down and brought back to the North East of In August the Cathedral hosted the first of England. The 9th Battalion’s Brigade Cross two First World War family weekends with was placed in the DLI Regimental Chapel in exciting displays from a DLI re-enactment Durham Cathedral, the 6th Battalion’s cross group, traditional fairground games for the was placed in St. Andrew’s Church, Bishop children including Hoopla and Coconut Shy Auckland and the 8th Battalion’s cross was alongside craft activities such as medal making placed in the Church of St. Mary and St. and colouring activities. The second family Cuthbert in Chester-le-Street. weekend took place during October half-term Supported by a grant of £9,900 from the and delighted children and families with story- Heritage Lottery Fund, 2016 was the first telling, role-playing and family games. Knit and Natter creations

Butte Crosses

DUNHOLM 19 MAKE A WILL MONTH Secure the future, enjoy the present

IN OCTOBER 2016 the Cathedral launched BHP Law are proud to support Durham its inaugural Make a Will Month. Working in Cathedral by participating in Make a Will partnership with local solicitors, Make a Will Month. Not only does this great initiative Month aims to make the process of writing or encourage people to undertake the important updating a Will accessible, easy and stress-free. task of writing a Will, it also means the equivilant Nearly two-thirds of adults in the UK don’t value of our fee is donated to the Cathedral. have a current or up-to-date Will, yet it is only We hope these donations will help with the by having a Will that individuals can decide preservation of this treasured site for many years what will happen to their money, possessions to come. and property after they die. Having a Will also James McMillan, BHP Law makes things easier and less stressful for The team at Gordon Brown Law Firm were family and friends at a time when they are delighted to support Durham Cathedral in their already suffering grief and sadness. Most make a Will month campaign. Making a Will importantly, for people with children under is something a lot of people put off as they don’t the age of 18, having a Will puts down in know where to start. Make a Will month aims to writing who you would like to become their make the process easy and stress fee and we were guardians. happy to assist in the process. For the month of October BHP Law, Rebecca Harbron-Gray, Gordon Brown Law Emmersons Solicitors, Gordon Brown Law Firm LLP Firm, NE Law and Swinburne Maddison LLP generously agreed to waive their usual We were pleased to receive around 70 fee for the preparation of a straightforward or enquiries from people wanting to participate joint Will, in return for a donation to Durham in Make a Will Month including, Helen Coxon, Cathedral. who told us what had motivated her to take up the opportunity: The scheme combines helping local people with helping a local charity and this fits in nicely with My partner and I were married last year and our ethos at NE Law. We hope that we have although we have many legal benefits due to our made the process of making a will stress-free and marriage I wanted the reassurance that should straightforward for everyone who has contacted one of us pass away our loved ones will be cared us for help. for and no disputes would arise between relatives. Michelle Coulson, NE Law It is also important to ensure our funeral wishes “Swinburne Maddison LLP has enjoyed a close are known to each other albeit a sombre prospect. relationship with Durham Cathedral for over The idea of Make a Will month promoted by 30 years, as both legal advisor and long-term the Cathedral appealed to me as after having corporate partner. By participating in Make a shopped around for quotes to make a Will, it Will Month, we were able to continue this support was surprising that many solicitors’ fees differed. by drafting wills free of charge and donating the I also preferred the idea that my money would fees directly to the Cathedral. It is a fantastic go to supporting the Cathedral - an amazing scheme to be part of and it means a great deal building both culturally and historically - and to the firm and to our clients for us to be able to by using Make a Will Month I am not only contribute towards the preservation and growth benefiting myself but am helping to preserve of this world-class heritage site.” this treasured place for generations to come. John Davison, Swinburne Maddison Helen Coxon

20 DUNHOLM A LEGACY FOR THE FUTURE Flower Garden | Valeria Maitland who are dedicated to the continual care of this During her lifetime, Valeria was an iconic building. The demands of maintaining enthusiastic member of the Cathedral the Cathedral and precinct are a significant Community as a volunteer and flower and we rely on the generosity of our supporters arranger. Valeria chose to leave a gift to to share in its conservation. Leaving the Cathedral in her Will to help ensure that others can experience and enjoy the Specific Projects | Monica Hayton tranquillity and calm the Cathedral offers Having worshipped at the Cathedral and to visitors and pilgrims alike. Her legacy has supported it during her lifetime, Monica chose a gift to helped the Cathedral to continue to produce to leave a generous bequest to support the and cultivate flowers to adorn the Cathedral development of Open Treasure; the Cathedral’s she loved so much. museum and exhibition experience. Through Durham remembering the Cathedral in her Will, Choral Music | Michael and Elizabeth Boyd Monica’s legacy is now enabling us to share the During their lifetime, Michael and Elizabeth Cathedral’s heritage, collections and cultural Cathedral were loyal supporters of music at Durham life with visitors of all ages. Cathedral, supporting Choristers and donating the beautiful grand piano inside the In Memoriam | Yvonne Harvey in your will church which is used for recitals, concerts and Yvonne loved spending time in and around services throughout the year. Through a legacy the Cathedral, whether it was taking part in they continue to support the Cathedral’s a service, or simply enjoying a moment of choral tradition. Helping to keep music at the calm now and again. When Yvonne died, her heart of daily worship at the Cathedral and husband Paul made a donation to celebrate providing unique opportunities for talented and honour the many memories they shared young people to sing and receive the very best here together. His gift is helping to continue musical education. the life and mission of the place which meant so much to Yvonne. Conservation | Gillian Percy Throughout her life Gillian enjoyed Durham Cathedral will be running Make LEGACIES OR GIFTS in Wills make such a visiting the Cathedral, and her gift was a Will Month every year in the month of significant difference to our work. Large or given specifically to support the ongoing October. If you would like to find out more, small, all these gifts combine to help us do a conservation and care of her favourite or speak to someone about including Durham number of crucial things which otherwise building. Gillian’s family joined us for Cathedral in your Will, please visit our website would not happen. Here are just a few an afternoon to find out more about the www.durhamcathedral.com/leavealegacy or examples of the ways in which people have Cathedral’s major works programme and the contact Sophia Stovall on 0191 374 4055 or chosen to remember Durham Cathedral. craftsmanship of its stonemasons and joiners, [email protected]

DUNHOLM 21 ADOPT A BOOK Saving the treasures of Durham Cathedral Library

IN OCTOBER 2016 Durham Cathedral The Chapter of Durham Cathedral was keen launched Adopt a Book, the opportunity to to maintain a large, scholarly collection restore a book from the Cathedral’s unique covering all academic subjects; while books collection of early printed books, so that it about theology and religious instruction are can be made available once again to readers, vital to a Cathedral collection, other subjects researchers, historians, and members of were pursued to develop a broader collection the public. This scheme will run throughout which covered all aspects of God’s creation. the year with new books being added These included printed books on natural history, mathematics and the sciences, travel every October. and exploration, politics and early maps and Sindbad the Sailor; Bysh’s edition, London, 1831 – before Adopting a book is an excellent way to being adopted. atlases. A significant collection of 16th to commemorate an occasion, celebrate a 19th century music is also held in the milestone, honour a great achievement, or Refectory Library, with a range of manuscript simply show your love of books while part-books and organ books from the supporting the Cathedral’s Library. To those 1620s-30s bearing signs of considerable use who adopt a book, we send a certificate of throughout their years of service in the thanks and offer an opportunity to include church. Local history is also well represented, their own special message on a bookplate especially in the historic collections of which is inserted into the sleeve of their several local antiquaries formed in the chosen book. Adopters also receive updates 17th-20th centuries, including both original during the conservation the process and documents and transcripts collected by Sindbad the Sailor; Bysh’s edition, London, 1831 – after receive an invitation to see their restored prominent figures such as Christopher being adopted book upon completion. Hunter, and Robert Surtees. Durham Cathedral Library has a long and Above all, what is remarkable about the illustrious history and its collections can be library is the longevity and integrity of its traced back to the manuscripts taken from collections; losses sustained from the dissolution of the monastery and the monastery at Lindisfarne by the interregnum (the period in English history community of St. Cuthbert in 875. Upon when normal government was suspended reaching Durham, these manuscripts formed from the execution of Charles I in 1649 to the the basis of the library of the later Restoration of Charles II in 1660) were not as Benedictine monastery. The medieval library great as those of other cathedrals and a was one of the leading libraries of the north; Anthanasius Kircher’s Musurgia universalis, considerable percentage of the collection has image by Peter Burmann by 1539 it held between 2,000-3,000 remained intact despite these upheavals. manuscripts and early printed books, 342 of After all this time, the Cathedral Library still which remain in the Library today. Following functions as a working library; its treasures the Reformation and the dissolution of not only document the Cathedral’s eminent Durham Priory, the Library declined in use history but are also made available to readers and status until the mid-17th century. By and researchers who wish to study them and 1696, thanks to Dean John Sudbry, the continue Durham’s scholarly tradition. After former monastic Refectory had been centuries of use, many of these collections are transformed into a new Library space. in need of conservation work and it is hoped The Cathedral Library collection grew over our new Adopt a Book programme will help ensure they receive the attention they need. Louis with guests at the launch of Adopt a Book, this time, expanding into the Monks’ image by Peter Burmann Dormitory in 1856. Maria Nagel, Assistant Librarian

22 DUNHOLM ADOPTED BOOKS a binder with over 50 years’ experience in the field, Tom was joined by his son Louis Valentine in 1993 who later took on the running of the running of the business. Louis spoke to Dunholm about his day to day routine. ‘The History of Lapland’ I’ve always been an early riser so am usually up before 6.30am and at my desk by 7.30am. This lets me go through any emails before the rest of the staff arrive. I currently have four people with me in the bindery, two of whom work on book repairs and two work on paper conservation. If I’ve collected any books the previous day then I will check this to determine in detail the condition and level of work. A detailed condition report is then sent to the customer before any work is carried out. I am based in Falkirk, but most of my clients are in Glasgow, Edinburgh and of course Durham which means I travel a great deal when collecting and delivering books. We work with archives, libraries and private individuals from all over the country so I never know who will be on the phone next or turning up on the doorstep. I collect books personally to ensure a safe and secure service. I meet with the people to discuss any particular issues with the books and then drive back, usually after a snatched coffee and maybe a scone, if I’m lucky. If I’m not out collecting books then I can be found in the Bindery helping with, or overseeing Judi on holiday in Finland, and one of the many beautiful illustrations in The History of Lapland the various conservation projects that are ongoing. Depending on the type of work that is WE DECIDED TO ADOPT a book because it’s he enlarged and organised the collection of in the bindery, I could be cleaning books or a very imaginative way of involving people in the books considerably. He coached rowing, maps, rebinding or repairing documents or Cathedral’s exceptional book collection, while umpired at the annual regatta and conducted books. We are currently making up to 100 bringing much valued income to restore this the Durham University Choral Society. bespoke custom book boxes per month for a treasure. We looked at the online catalogue which I chose to adopt Athanasius Kircher's Musurgia national library. All processes are carried out has dozens of books on all topics and chose “The universalis because of his enormous range of painstakingly by hand as the documents and History of Lapland” (1674) as a Christmas present interests comparable to Leonardo da Vinci, and books we work with are frequently fragile and to one another this year. The book is special because because these included studies under a unique. The satisfaction of the job comes it’s a very early account of the Sami people, whose microscope. My father Thomas Bright excelled from seeing a customer’s reaction to receiving presence is still alive across this amazing Northern in microscope use, researching yeast for much of back their once deteriorated book, conserved wilderness. It’s also reputed to be the first book in his working life. The link with him as well as my and ready for use once again. English to describe skis! We travel up to Lapland mother’s father is very precious. The majority of my work at the moment is taken every winter for cross-country skiing and it’s a Peter Edward Bright magical place, not just the home of Santa Claus! up with assessing the condition and doing basic If you would like to Adopt a Book please cleaning on a library of 2,500 volumes. All this Judi Webb and Peter Sedgwick our website or contact Sophia Stovall is carried out on site at a Miners library which on 0191 374 4055 or dates back to 174 and all the going up and down [email protected] Musurgia Universalis the ladders is keeping me fit. Donated by Peter Edward Bright in memory After a long day, mainly on my feet, I head of his grandfather Edward Stocks, University A Day in the Life of a Book Conservator; home. If it’s a nice evening, then it’s top down Librarian 1899-1934. Peter’s Grandfather Louis Valentine, Carronvale Bindery on my car and maybe an extended drive home Edward Stocks was born on 22 April 1870, Carronvale Bindery, based in Falkirk, provides to unwind. I love cooking and trying out new and came to Durham in 1899 as University a wide range of high quality book and things so will often be rustling up something Librarian, and remained there until his death conservation services to customers all over the in the kitchen before an early night ready for on 3 February 1934. From small beginnings, country. Established in 1981 by Tom Valentine, the next day.

DUNHOLM 23 30 YEARS OF DURHAM WORLD HERITAGE SITE For students, the opportunity to study in such an impressive setting can be one of the factors in making the decision to come to Durham University. The University also holds the UNESCO Chair in Archaeological Ethics and The stories Practice in Cultural Heritage. Cultural heritage is a driver for Creative Economies (socio- economic potential of activities that trade with creativity, knowledge and information) and within stones UNESCO recognises that its protection contributes to sustainable development.

Stop Press Durham Cathedral has been crowned BBC Countryfile Magazine’s Heritage Site of the Year following a public vote which saw a ‘landslide’ of votes cast for the magnificent cathedral. Durham Cathedral was short-listed for the prestigious Heritage Site of the Year award in January 2017 by , along with , Rutland Water, Tenby and . The voting campaign ran from 19 January to 28 February, with 56,000 votes cast across 12 categories from Pub of the Year to Holiday Destination of the Year. On March 14 it was announced that Durham Cathedral had been crowned BBC Countryfile Magazine’s Heritage Site of the Year 2017 following in the footsteps of 2016 winner Hadrian’s Wall, making it the second year in a row that a North East landmark has won this prestigious award. This year’s winners will appear in the May issue of the Magazine on sale 7 April, including Durham Cathedral as Heritage Site of the Year, the Northumberland Coast as Holiday Destination of the Year, Embleton AND CATHEDRAL as to transcend national boundaries and be of Bay as Beach of the Year and the Farne World Heritage Site celebrated the 30th importance for present and future Islands as Runner Up in the National Park of anniversary of its inscription in 1986 by generations of all humanity. World Heritage the Year category. Durham Cathedral was hosting a busy programme of events and Sites belong to all peoples irrespective of the also crowned Britain’s Favourite Cathedral in activities across the site throughout 2016. country in which they are located and as a the LandLove Magazine Awards announced This included monthly art exhibitions at the result they are intended to promote peace and in February and the UK’s most popular WHS Visitor Centre and a series of lectures, intercultural understanding, as well as the Cathedral by HolidayLettings UK (owned by with visits from the managers of our partner protection of our shared cultural heritage. Trip Advisor) in March 2017. Sites celebrating their 30th anniversary this year. The main weekend of celebrations took It is estimated that UNESCO World Heritage place from 4 to 6 November, with an status generated £66 million in tourism international conference celebrating the revenue for the United Kingdom in 2014/15 Intangible Heritage of the Durham WHS plus a and the World Heritage name is seen as a family fun day and youth conference. mark of exceptional quality by foreign As part of the family of 29 World Heritage tourists planning to visit the UK. Here in Sites (WHS) in the United Kingdom, the County Durham, the visitor economy is heritage of Durham UNESCO World currently worth over £192.91 million per Heritage Site that includes the Cathedral and annum and the Durham World Heritage Site Castle is recognised as being so exceptional plays a major part in this.

24 DUNHOLM PILGRIMAGE A journey with God

DURHAM CATHEDRAL was born out of pilgrimage and is like no other cathedral Newcastle because the saints buried here are not merely Sunderland & Houghton venerated for their past holy lives but, for many people, some of whom come to “say hello to Cuthbert”, they are companions on life’s path Wakefield and journey towards the knowledge and love Doncaster of God that Cuthbert, Bede and Oswald Rotherham walked. We serve our pilgrims best by Nottingham maintaining the centuries of prayer and worship that make Durham Cathedral what it is. People notice this; a shop assistant from Devon told one of our volunteers, “Durham is my favourite cathedral. It has such a wonderful London atmosphere – it’s almost as if you can feel the Winchester centuries of prayer.” Our role is to help people on their spiritual journey, wherever they start from, to prompt questions and give space for response. One such pilgrim wrote in our Visitor Book “Durham Cathedral is a quiet Liverpool (originally Consett), Our Darlington, We love this place and will return place that speaks volumes.” We try to ensure national treasure always at peace and to share it again and again…. we speak God’s good news and help people to with my mum on a special visit home is listen, and we hear many stories, sometimes Germany, Very impressive Cathedral. Came amazing, thank you Durham. God bless x long after a visit, of how people’s lives were for Harry Potter, stayed for the – transformed through being here. Brisbane, Australia, A place of serenity, lovely. glorious peace and a monument to the glory of London, Back in Durham 20 years after Modern day tourism can also be interpreted God. Unforgettable. studying here and still as awestruck by the as a form of pilgrimage, a cultural pilgrimage, Houghton-le-Spring, ‘Lived all my life around Cathedral as I was all those years ago. Wonderful and we enjoy hearing about our pilgrims’ and Durham, only now I appreciate its history and visitors’ experience. In addition to our Visitor Nottinghamshire, As a Durham alumnus this wonderful Cathedral and still free to enter! Book, visitors to Open Treasure can plot special place has given me many life-long where they have travelled from on a giant Wakefield, A place of beauty and calm. Thank memories, long may it continue to bring joy and you for keeping it free for all to visit interactive map of the world and leave a happiness to all. personal message about their experience at Hong Kong, A divine experience London, An all too brief visit for another the Cathedral. They can also read messages Winchester, From one cathedral city to alumnus. So many happy memories in such a from people who have travelled to the another, the end of my personal challenge to visit beautiful place – long may the Cathedral be a Cathedral over centuries. Here are some of all 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites before my source of calm and peace for everyone. my favourite messages from 2016. 40th birthday Local History Group, Houghton-le-Spring, Canon Rosalind Brown Doncaster, This Cathedral represents an We were fortunate to have a guided tour with an essential part of our British and Christian amazing lady – Lilian Groves. Absolutely Heritage. A privilege to have been here and a fascinating and passionate. We have been so 21st century pilgrims timely reminder that a country which forgets its lucky. Sunderland, ‘The most beautiful Cathedral in past has no future. Long may this place survive Rotherham, Benefitted from guided tour by the England!’ Nottingham, I just love coming here. Lived in oracle Rob. Found out so much more than if we Newcastle, ‘Beautiful and peaceful place to Durham in my early years and makes me feel as had just walked around. He brought the history contemplate and think about life’ I have come home. of this amazing place to life. Many thanks.

DUNHOLM 25 MEET MAYA

The Cathedral’s Head of Property

26 DUNHOLM Maya Polenz, Durham Cathedral’s new Head of Property

Q What inspired you to become involved Q What brought you to Durham? ensuring as little disruption of daily with Building Conservation? A My family came to visit Durham last activities as possible. Whist we develop a A The recording of an old barn at risk, summer, during a holiday to the North of repair plan we have installed floor props to actually! I was an undergraduate, the work England. We found the Cathedral breath- temporarily secure the roof and keep the was unpaid, the rear of the building had taking, and also fell in love with the buzz of area accessible. already collapsed (Health & Safety the town: its mix of world-famous heritage regulations not being what they are today) and cosmopolitan feel appealed to us. Q What is your advice for people wanting to and we had to camp. In other words, we all Durham reminds me a lot of another become more engaged with conservation and had the most fantastic time! My interest grew UNESCO World Heritage town, Weimar in heritage? from there, and led to further conservation Germany, where I studied. We have a young A Become a volunteer at Durham Cathedral I studies at university, and much more family and had been considering moving out would not be where I am now without the volunteering in the heritage sector. In 2009, I of London, and we felt that Durham would be many hours I spent helping charities. successfully applied for the Society for the a great place to be. So when the exciting role Volunteering with an archaeological society, Protection of Ancient Buildings’ (SPAB) of Head of Property for the Cathedral was a historic building trust or your local church prestigious Lethaby Scholarship in building advertised – how could I possibly resist? will provide a good insight into the heritage conservation. It includes a week-long world. Another option would be to get in residential course on cathedrals - readers may Q What’s the best part of your job at touch with the SPAB Maintenance Co- remember that four SPAB Scholars spent Durham Cathedral? operatives Project, to find out who is actively their ‘Cathedral Week’ at Durham in 2015. A That’s easy! It is to be surrounded by such engaged in your local area. beauty and outstanding craftsmanship, and Q What did you do before you came to Durham? to be able to look after it for future Q Do you have a favourite place in Durham? A I worked as a conservation architect for generations. The main aspect of my work is to A Apart from the Cathedral, you mean? It is many years, both on churches as well as a manage the maintenance and repair of the too early to say, I am afraid, as we are still variety of Grade I listed country houses and Cathedral and its surrounding buildings and exploring the area! We are great ramblers, National Trust properties. Incidentally, one grounds. Currently, this entails my team and I would love to hear from readers about of my employers during this time was Caroe working tirelessly in the background to local places to discover. & Partners Architects, founded in 1884 by W ensure the new Open Treasure galleries are D Caroe, a former architect of Durham working smoothly, making good progress on Cathedral. Later I become involved with the the repair works to the Central Tower, and If you have any questions about any management of the historic properties, planning for repairs to the roof. This of the articles featured in Dunholm please do monuments and artefacts of the City of involves putting in place a plan for our get in touch by email development@ London Corporation, where I worked prior to resident bat population who reside in the durhamcathedral.co.uk or call 0191 374 4055, joining the Cathedral team. roof, among other factors such as access and we would love to hear from you.

DUNHOLM 27 WORLD HERITAGE

Protecting the fabric of our future

AS A WORLD HERITAGE SITE, Grade 1 year, will have seen the scaffold currently listed building and major visitor attraction, encasing the Upper Parapet and Belfry levels Durham Cathedral and its precinct has much of the Central Tower. This is one of the first to contribute to the cultural and economic major projects from the 2013 report to be life of the North East region and the UK. progressed, thanks in no small part to two grants totalling over £1.1 million awarded A recent study by Historic England found that from the Department for Culture, Media in 2013, the historic environment directly and Sport (DCMS). The project includes an generated £10 billion in gross value added intensive programme of stone conservation (GVA) in England. This increases to £21.7 which has necessitated increasing the size of billion when indirect and induced effects are the Cathedral’s stone mason team, bringing considered. In addition to job creation and the new and valuable experience into an already investment made in the construction sector, highly skilled team. In addition to the heritage tourism plays a huge part. In 2014, stonework repairs, a new Walksafe decking expenditure on heritage tourism expenditure system will be installed on the Tower roof accounted for 22% of all tourist spending. to enable future safe public access to the top Being good custodians of our historic fabric of the Tower so that the magnificent views is crucial to the Cathedral continuing across the County can once again be enjoyed. to welcome over 700,000 visitors a year. Whilst the work on the Tower continues, But the benefits do not stop there. The we are busy planning and fundraising for Cathedral’s magnificent building is the George Clarke returned to the Cathedral in November to the projects which will follow and to create see how progress on conservation work was taking shape, conduit through which almost all aspects an endowment fund which will support the inspecting stones with , one of our Stonemasons and of our mission are delivered and inspired. braving the Tower with the Dean. annual programme of planned maintenance As the Dean said at his installation in July, to these buildings. Future projects include the the building is a ‘treasure’ that we want to Cloister roof which is currently being propped part of the Porch including the re-installation continue to reveal in order that people can due to failings in the timber beams which of pinnacles. Options will be discussed with find in it inspiration, comfort and delight for support the medieval roof. Investigations have the Cathedral’s Fabric Commission for generations to come. shown that the north range of the Cloister is England in 2017; the statutory body to which As part of our stewardship of the Cathedral’s worst affected due to the amount of rain water the Cathedral must apply for such works to fabric, the architect completes a full and flowing onto it from the main Cathedral roof. take place. detailed inspection of the entire site every In addition to the timber work, the project will Major repair projects on this scale and the five years and reports on the condition of the also include significant stone repair, plus the ongoing maintenance of a building of such buildings, detailing repair and maintenance installation of new rainwater disposal systems significance, simply can’t happen without works required in order of priority. The to prevent water from penetrating the Cloister the Cathedral fundraising towards the costs. last report in 2013 showed that there were roof in the future. A fundraising strategy is being developed multiple major projects to be undertaken The North Porch (or front door) of the which will seek to grow the Cathedral’s within a 15-year period costing in the region Cathedral is also a project in development to income from both public and private of £40 million at today’s prices. Supporting address the deterioration of its stonework. sources. If you would like to support the and undertaking these projects will be a key Designs have been considered by the Cathedral’s Major Repairs programme or priority for the coming years. Cathedral Chapter and its Fabric Advisory find out more information, please contact Those people who live in and around Committee which range from conserving the Sophia Stovall on 0191 374 4055 or Durham, or who have visited in the last Porch to a more ambitious scheme to redesign visit www.durhamcathedral.co.uk

28 DUNHOLM Onwards and upwards. Members of the Property Team embark on a day’s work on the Tower, photo taken by Tom Banks

DUNHOLM 29 FIGHTING FIT – TEAM DURHAM CATHEDRAL Better Health at Work

but office members who don’t normally work together have been able to get to know each other, bringing us all closer together as a team. Rebecca Dodd When I joined the club at work I had only ever run once before in a 1-mile school fun-run when I was 10, which I hated! I was terrified to start with but it has been so rewarding getting fitter and growing in confidence each week. I was so proud to cross the Durham City Run 5km finish line as a bona fide runner – something I never thought I would be. Rebecca Turner

Durham City Run, July 2016 Almost 2,000 people took to the historic streets of Durham in the beautiful evening sun to take part in the inaugural Durham City Run, including Team Durham Cathedral. Our team of runners included members of staff, Cathedral supporters and our newly appointed Dean and his son Jacob. The 5km Rebecca Turner member of Team Durham Cathedral taking part in the Durham City Run 2016, photo taken and 10km races started simultaneously in the by Les Hancock. ancient Market square and finished at Palace THE BETTER HEALTH at Work Award Woodlands and Riverbanks. The NHS Green. Personal best records were broken and recognises the efforts of local employers Check4Life Team also visits each year, a phenomenal £1,632.30 was raised for the in addressing health issues within the offering staff and volunteers the opportunity continuing care and conservation of Durham workplace. Delivered in partnership with the to have a free health check on-site. Cathedral by Team Durham Cathedral. region’s local authorities, the NHS and the A running group was set up early in 2016, Northern TUC, employers gain increased and with funding from County Durham Durham Big Ride, September 2016 access to health information and support. Sport Rebecca Dodd, a member of Cathedral There are four levels, Bronze, Silver, Gold staff was able to complete the Leadership in 2016 saw the 10th Durham Big Ride take and Continuing Excellence which employers Running Fitness (LIRF) course and guide place, and with our keen cyclists taking part can progress through with the support of a the group through the NHS Couch to 5K in all of the event’s rides: Durham Big Ride dedicated Health Improvement Specialist. programme, with many of the group members (25 miles), Durham Middle Ride (12 miles); Durham Cathedral joined the scheme in July completing the first ever Durham City Run Durham Family Ride (3 miles); and The 2013 and was able to secure Bronze later that on 20 July 2016; After completing run one of Beast (50 miles). Our fabulous fundraisers year along with Voluntary Sector Business of the group members told us: raised an incredible £1,530.70. the Year Award. Durham Cathedral has since It has been fantastic to see how much our If you or anyone you know is interested in attained Silver in 2015 and reached Gold in runners have improved over the course of 10 joining Team Durham Cathedral for December 2016. The Cathedral will now be weeks, whether they had run before or not. I Durham City Run, please contact striving to achieve Continuing Excellence, to am very grateful to Kath Dodd from County Sophia Stovall on 0191 374 4055 or email underpin the progress made to date. Durham Sport who joined us on our early [email protected]. Over the past few years the Cathedral has sessions to motivate us all and help me become a Alternatively, if you are taking part in other run various initiatives from Hydration better run leader. The run sessions have had lots another event and would like to raise funds Challenges, supported by Northumbrian of benefits for us here at Durham Cathedral, not for Durham Cathedral, we would love to hear Water, to tree planting in the surrounding only has it encouraged people to start running, form you.

30 DUNHOLM SUPPORTERS OF DURHAM CATHEDRAL Thank you

In July 2016, the doors of Open Treasure were The Freemasons Grand Charity Durham opened to the public. The project, which was The Hobson Charity The Cook Butler Trust initially conceived in 2010, represents the The Idlewild Trust The David Boardman Trust single largest development at the Cathedral The Journey Consortium The Donald Forrester Trust The Leche Trust The Dunard Fund for centenaries and was made possible thanks The Liz & Terry Bramall Foundation The Ernest Cook Trust to the support of thousands of individuals The Lord Crewe’s Libraries and Archives Trust The First World War Centenary Cathedral and organisations who gave donations. We The Monument Trust Repairs Fund (DCMS) would like to express our gratitude to all The Paul & Louise Cooke Endowment The George Cadbury Fund B Account those who supported Open Treasure, and The Provincial Grand Lodge Durham The HDH Wills 1965 Charitable Trust especially acknowledge the following for The Vardy Foundation The Hedley Denton Charitable Trust their generous gifts. The Wolfson Foundation The J H Burn Charity Trust Thornton-Firkin The Lake Foundation Supporters of the Open Treasure Public Appeal The late Ella Hughes Heritage Lottery Fund The Cathedral Community The late Revd Cyril Woolstenholmes Alan England The Michael James Music Trust Allchurches Trust The work of Durham Cathedral is diverse The Ouseley Trust Anonymous and far-reaching. Whilst Open Treasure was a The P.F. Charitable Trust B&B Press (Parkgate) Ltd major feature of our life in 2016, we continued The Parish and Town Councils of Belmont, Beryl Gatenby to develop our mission in many other areas Evenwood & Barony, Framwellgate Moor, Bob Robinson including the care of our magnificent building Great Aycliffe, Murton, North Lodge, Seaton Bon Bloemen and precinct, educational activities, community with Slingley, Waldridge, Wheatley Hill and Charitable Trust engagement, worship and music. We are grateful Willington Lynn and John Cuthbert OBE to the following people and organisations for The Reedham Trust Durham Area Action Partnership their support this year. The Royal Masonic Trust for Girls & Boys Founded The Surtees Trust Foyle Foundation Allchurches Trust The Woodland Trust Friends of Durham Cathedral Anonymous The Worshipful Company of Masons Garfield Weston Foundation Arthur Souster Charitable Trust Graham and Joanna Barker Arts Council England CATHEDRAL PATRONS Hargreaves Services plc John and Angela Anstee Horden Parish Council Biffa Award – Building Communities. We would like to thank our family of individual The late Monica Mary Hayton Transforming Lives supporters whose annual commitment through Hotspur Property Services Cathedrals Fabric Commission for England the Patron programme helps us to plan for the Ian and Kate Bonas Choir Schools’ Association future with confidence. The Idlewild Trust County Durham Community Foundation Joan Adams Irene Hindmarsh Derwent Valley Area Action Partnership Mathew Andrews J Paul Getty Jr Charitable Trust Durham Cathedral Choir Association Kenneth and Maureen Aspinall Kirby Laing Foundation Durham City Freemen Gordon Bacon Lord Barnby’s Foundation East Durham Rural Corridor A.A.P. Emma Victoria Bain Magna Carta Trust English Heritage Nick and Katherine Barker Margaret and Chris Lendrum CBE Friends of Cathedral Music Rosalind Bainbridge NAFAS Friends of Durham Cathedral Sheila Bamber Sir Paul and Lady Nicholson Handelsbanken Lord Barnard Oasis Floral Products Heritage Lottery Fund Melanie Bash Patrick Parsons John and Lynn Cuthbert Adrian Philip Beney Peter and Jayne Cook Endowment Fund Margaret and Chris Lendrum CBE Rosalind Peter and Jayne Cook Endowment Fund Roberta Blackman-Woods MP Simpson Sir David Chapman Jean Bolam Sir James Knott Trust Sir James Knott Trust Stephen Bown Spennymoor Town Council Sir John Priestman Charity Trust Peter Edward Bright TGA Consulting Sylvia and Colin Shepherd Charitable Trust Steve Bryan The Banks Community Fund The Alan Evans Memorial Trust George Bramfitt The David Boardman Trust The Banks Community Fund Steve Bryan The Drapers’ Charitable Fund The Benevolent Committee of the Province of Richard Carter

DUNHOLM 31 SUPPORTERS OF DURHAM CATHEDRAL

Paul Chandler John Ogden Team Massive Results Richard Coad Alan Oyston MAC Security & Fire Chris Cook Fiona Parker Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County J E Cotes Susan Patrick Media Partner Joan Crooks Jeffrey and Christine Pearson Premier Christian Radio Dorothy and Kevin Cummings Helen Perry The Durham Times Elizabeth Cummings Jackie Purver Design Morag Cummings Katherine Reay Founded William Paul Cummings Peter Rhodes Philip Davies Harold and Jeanne Robson Open Treasure Community Programme Sponsor Douglas Devey Anthony Rowell Swinburne Maddison Pauline Duffell Clemence Schultze 995 CLUB Andrew Dunn John Scorer Diane and Maurice Fairbank Maurice Simmons Thank you to the following companies who have Jim and Pat Francis Adrian and Margie Simper committed to supportingOpen Treasure for four David Fuller Mr and Mrs Slater years. Brian Gable Edward Smith Andy Collins PR Claire Galloway Jennifer Smurthwaite Beamish Hall Stephen Gardener Margaret Stamp Bradley Hall Chartered Surveyors Beryl Gatenby Pamela Stewart CannySites.com Frances Gerth Ruth Studholme Chatton Holiday Cottages Rory Gibson Muriel Suddick Compass Professional Development Colum Goodchild Reuben Sutton County Durham Building and Joinery Michael and Linda Gough Peter Swift Durham Business Club Michael and Sylvia Graham Alison Tabori Envelope Systems Daniel Grange Brian Tanner Expert Fire Solutions Ltd Richard and Dorothy Gray Bob and Margaret Tindle Forrest Digital John Neville Greaves Judy Turner John Clasper Photography Lilian Groves Trevor Uren Karen Brown Consultancy Douglas Hamilton Arthur Waites National Women’s Network Rachel Hamilton Charlotte Wallace Northumbria Financial Management Ltd Elizabeth Harbottle John Wallace Omnicom Telecommunications Ltd Maureen Elizabeth Harris Vanessa Ward Peacock Carter Ltd Paul Harvey Francis and Ruth Watson Robinsons Greengrocers Robinsons Estate Agents Joss Harwood Humphrey and Nicky Welfare Rowlands Accountants John and Mary Hawgood Helen Williams Sapphire Richard Hilton Christopher Willmot Sisco Associates Rosemary Hind Ruth Wiltsher Sedgwick Partnership Ltd Paul Hodgkinson David Wheeler Short Richardson & Forth LLP Jean Holmes Reg and June Wright St Chads College Edwin and Jessica Holmes Peter and Pamela Young Teikyo University of Japan Philippa Hudson TGP Landscape Architects (North) Ltd David Hunt CORPORATE PARTNERS The Environmental Academy Barry and Michelle James Thank you to the following companies who Urban Matters Gaye Kirby have partnered the Cathedral in 2015/16. Vindomora Solutions Tony Lamb Gillian Lathan Gold GIFTS IN WILLS Graham Leggatt-Chidgey Elior UK Ltd Annette Lewis Hargreaves Services plc Every year, we are honoured to receive gifts Martin and Kathleen Longmaid Northumbrian Water from those supporters who generously choose Ruth Lyddiard The Banks Group to remember the Cathedral in their will. We Jill MacDonald would like to pay tribute to all of those who gave Silver Duncan MacEwan their support in this way in 2016. Brims Construction Ltd Rosita Malandrinos Legacy gifts can be directed in support of any Carillion Developments Margaret McCollum aspect of the Cathedral’s life, or can be given Chester-le-Track Jennifer McDougall free of restriction to enable them to be used Durham Markets Company Michael and Christine McMinn where they are needed most. Vinovium Associates John and Angela Miller If you would like more information about any Emma Mitchell Bronze aspect of supporting the Cathedral, Olly Morris B&B Press (Parkgate) Ltd please contact the Development Team Rosemary Nixon Latimer Hinks Solicitors on 0191 375 5256 or email Peter Nyland [email protected]

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