We are Durham City Freemen

The Freemen of Durham are the members of the eight Guilds or Companies comprising Barbers, Butchers, Cordwainers, Curriers, Drapers, Joiners, Masons and Plumbers. These Guilds are all that remain of the sixteen in the Middle Ages of which there is written evidence going back as far as 1450.

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MANN MAKES HIS MARQUE

17 October 2026

Steve Mann, Durham masons’ guild member and local cathedral stone mason has created works of art from stone, and he continues to develop his skills…

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29 October 2026

Warden’s and Deputy Warden’s Meeting

29 October 2026 18:00 – 29 October 2026 19:15 · Guild Hall, Durham Town Hall

The Warden’s and Deputy Warden’s generally meet a few days in advance of their meetings with the Trustees in order to discuss agenda items and other business. They meet on Thursdays commencing at 6:00 pm.