Chaplaincy
Faith, belief and worldview support at Durham UniversityWelcome
Discover what Durham and the surrounding area has to offer in the form of faith support and different faith communities.
We hope that these pages will also give you a sense of what Chaplaincy has to offer at Durham University. Get in touchSpiritual Wellbeing LeafletChaplains are an integral part of the welfare provision and pastoral support that the University offers both to staff and students. Chaplains at Durham are either based in Colleges where their care is for all members of College, or they work across the University where the Chaplain usually represents a particular denomination or faith community (though they are still available to everyone).
University is a formative place. It can be a time in life that raises questions about identity, belief and your own personal values. Chaplains are here to help you explore these kinds of questions. They are also available to encourage those of faith and those looking to learn about faith.
It is our hope that you enjoy to the fullest your time at Durham University. Through our different Chaplaincies, we believe we have a lot to offer you. We look forward to meeting you. Please never hesitate to be in touch with us if you think we can be of help chaplaincy@durham.ac.uk.
- Spiritual Wellbeing Leaflet
- Places of Worship in Durham
- Major Religious Observances 2023-24
- International Women’s Day 2022 – Women Chaplains: Breaking the Bias
- Ramadan Guidance for Staff Feb 2023
Buddhism
Durham University has a small community of Buddhists from various traditions.
Christianity
Both Durham City and the University have a strong Christian heritage.
Islam
The University has a large and active Islamic Society.
Judaism
The University's Jewish Society is one of the fastest-growing in the country.
Hinduism
The University has a substantial number of Hindu students and staff.
Sikhism
The North East is home to a number of Sikh communities and gurdwaras.