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Durham, The Cathedral c.1955
Photo ref: D71036
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More about this scene

Palace Green is a large, well-tended area between the castle and the cathedral, enclosed on both sides by a range of historic buildings dating from the 18th century. Most of these belong to the university, and include the former Grammar School, located near the cathedral towers. This building is reputedly haunted by a young pupil who was allegedly thrown from a balcony by one of his masters in a fit of anger.

Memories of Durham, the Cathedral c1955

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. These memories are of Durham, The Cathedral c.1955

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This beautiful photo of the splendid Norman Cathedral was taken just before I started studying at the University, and brings back pleasant memories. In the foreground is Palace Green, a dignified lawn, and on the right can be seen the low Students' Union building and the building of the University Library, both of which I knew well..