Shakespeare Recovered: The Story Behind Durham’s Stolen First Folio
Shakespeare Recovered: The Story Behind Durham’s Stolen First Folio
Reflections on a Year as Resident Tutor
Reflections on a Year as Resident Tutor
Stones, Space, and Silence: How Durham’s Architecture Teaches Authority
Stones, Space, and Silence: How Durham’s Architecture Teaches Authority
SJCR President Election: The state of student politics in 2026
SJCR President Election: The state of student politics in 2026
Renewing the Heart of John’s: Binks Hall
Renewing the Heart of John’s: Binks Hall

Welcome to John’s Chronicle - the home of stories, reflections, achievements, and community life at St John's College Durham.

Together, our writers reflect the diversity, creativity, and character of life at St John’s, offering everything from thoughtful commentary and academic insight to stories of college life and personal reflection.

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Life in John’s

Life in John’s captures the everyday rhythms and distinctive experiences of being part of St John’s.

Beyond the Bailey

Beyond the Bailey follows St John’s students beyond College grounds and into the wider world.

Arts and culture

Arts and Culture showcases the creative life of St John’s and the wider Durham community.

Once a Johnian

Once a Johnian shares the stories and journeys of St John’s alumni.

Opinion

Opinion is where Johnians share their perspectives on the ideas, debates, and experiences that matter to them.