The nave of Durham Cathedral

Apart from the modern seating, the nave of Durham Cathedral is much as it was 900 years ago. The great round piers with their carved geometric patterns are a sculptural tour de force, possibly a Durham innovation. They lead you to the high altar and the rose window above.

The font is worth mentioning. The marble bowl for the baptismal water dates from 1663. The magnificent font cover is of the same period, a fine example of the stunning woodwork throughout the building. It is 12 metres high, one of the tallest in the UK, and is intended to signify the link between earth and heaven in baptism.Read more