Host your event in the heart of Durham’s World Heritage Site. From conferences and meetings to summer schools and residential groups, St John’s combines historic surroundings, modern facilities and warm hospitality in one of Durham’s most distinctive settings.
From conferences and summer schools to meetings, residential groups and Church events, St John’s welcomes a wide range of visitors throughout the year. Our flexible spaces include elegant historic rooms, contemporary meeting spaces and tranquil riverside gardens, complemented by in-house catering and accommodation available during the summer vacation (July to September).
Browse the gallery below to explore our conference facilities, accommodation and beautiful College setting.
Whether you’re organising a conference, meeting, summer school or residential stay, we’d be delighted to welcome you to St John’s. Submit an enquiry and we’ll be in touch to discuss your requirements.
We have now been holding our conference at St John’s for over twelve years now. Every year people will take me on one side and say what a joy it is to come to St John’s. Many see it as home from home and that comes down to the warm North Eastern welcome of the staff. I honestly cannot recommend the college enough as a conference venue. It is a great location with excellent facilities and delicious food but above all it is the kindness of the friendly staff that makes it special.
Pete Ward, Chair Ecclesiology and Ethnography Durham Conference
The JACT Durham Greek & Latin Summer School has been held at St John’s College, Durham, for over 20 years and we could not ask for a better venue. The staff at St John’s consistently go above and beyond to welcome us year after year, always accommodating our needs with kindness and flexibility. Their hospitality is exceptional, and the catering is second to none.
Tony Potter, JACT Course Director
Our school groups have always loved their stays at St John’s College for many reasons: the rooms are comfortable and perfectly suited to their needs, the food is excellent, and the catering team are simply outstanding, always welcoming, flexible, and attentive.
Joaquin Zabaloy, Managing Director, Mérito Travel
Have a question, would like to arrange a visit, or want to discuss your event before making an enquiry? We’d be delighted to help.
Telephone: +44 (0) 191 334 3500
Email: [email protected]
St John’s College, Durham
3 South Bailey
Durham DH1 3RJ
St John’s College is committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming, and accessible environment for all guests. While our historic buildings present some accessibility challenges, we continually seek ways to improve access and provide reasonable adjustments wherever possible.
Established in 1909, St John’s College is located on the historic Durham Peninsula within a series of Grade II listed buildings. As part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the College occupies a uniquely beautiful but historically protected location. This heritage status places necessary restrictions on the types of alterations that can be made to buildings, pathways, and external infrastructure, including cobbled streets, uneven surfaces, steep gradients, and narrow entrances.
While these constraints can present accessibility challenges, we are committed to providing inclusive and supportive accommodation for all guests and will work with individuals to meet their needs wherever possible.
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