Coordinates: 54°46′34″N 1°34′24″W / 54.7761°N 1.5733°W / 54.7761; -1.5733 Durham (pronounced /ˈdʌrəm/, locally [ˈdʏrəm]) is a city lying in County Durham in England. Durham is well known for its Norman Cathedral and 11th-century castle, and is home to Durham University. HM Prison Durham is also located close to the city centre.