St John’s College

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    "St John’s College was originally founded in 1909 to train ordinands for the Church of England, and became associated with Durham University in 1923. However, it is independent from the University, both administratively and financially. Students admitted to St John's College can study in any of Durham University's academic departments, while those intending to become priests study at Cranmer Hall. The college occupies a row of Georgian townhouses on South Bailey. Many of these were built for wealthy families and have extensive back gardens, some of which lead down to the river....."
  • Owner

    Durham World Heritage Site
  • Source

    Local (Co-Curate)
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  • Further information

    Link: https://www.durhamworldheritagesite.com/architecture/bailey/south-bailey/johns-college
    Resource type: Text/Website
    Added by: Simon Cotterill
    Last modified: 6 years, 7 months ago
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