Meet the Team

Durham Cathedral is governed by the Chapter and the College of Canons.

Joseph Beech

Sub-Organist

Joseph took up the post of Sub-Organist of Durham Cathedral in September 2019.

Paul Chandler

Senior Non-Executive Member of Chapter

Canon Paul Chandler was appointed Vice Chair of Chapter in September 2023.

Dr Philip Plyming

Dean of Durham

As the Dean of Durham, Philip chairs the Chapter and leads on strategy and direction of the cathedral.