Raby Castle
Staindrop
Darlington
County Durham
DL2 3AH
Tel: +44 1833 660202
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Guide Prices
ADMISSION PRICES
(Concession prices apply to Over 60s, students with valid student ID and disabled visitors)
Castle & Deer Park Tickets
March – October
Adult – £13.00
Concession – £12.00
4–15 years – £6.50
Under 4s – Free
Family (2+3) – £36.50
HH Member – Free
The Plotters’ Forest & Deer Park Tickets
Weekends and Holiday Periods
Adult – £9.00
Concession – £8.00
4–15 years – £8.50
Under 4s – Free
Family (2+3) – £30.00
HH Member – £5.00
Castle upgrades available in the booking process, please note the castle is open seasonally.
Adult – £6.50
Concession – £6.50
4–15 years – £2.00
Under 4s – Free
Family (2+3) – £16.50
Deer Park Tickets
Open Daily
Adult – £6.50
Concession – £5.50
4–15 years – £4.50
Under 4s – Free
Family (2+3) – £20.00
HH Member – Free
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Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023 2023
TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent711
- Very Good264
- Average66
- Poor44
- Terrible31
Recent Reviews:
- andreareid05Penrith, United KingdomHighly recommendedSaturday, 16th March 2024Excellent day out and value for money. Each room in the castle has the wow factor. The deer park is beautiful and not too tasking to walk around, very accessible. The guides were fantastic... Read full review
- jbS7570WBA great day out.Thursday, 21st March 2024We had a lovely day at the castle and deer park. Staff were really friendly and knowledgeable. Loads of deer around the grounds. We'll definitely be visiting again soon. Read full review
- Kate4634Colwyn Bay, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyExploring YorkshireThursday, 28th March 2024What a brilliant experience. Raby Castle is an absolute gem. My daughters and I have been round quite a few castles in the UK but this is now our favourite. The parklands are beautiful but completely... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Parking & Transport
- Coach Parking Onsite
- On site parking
Provider Facilities
- Dogs Accepted - In park only on short leads
- Toilets
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Travel & Trade
- Group discounts available
Access Information
Opening Times
The Plotters' Forest - Open Weekends and Holiday Periods (1 Jan 2024 - 24 Dec 2024) | ||
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Deer Park - Open Daily (1 Jan 2024 - 24 Dec 2024) | ||
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Day | Times |
Stables Shop - Open Wednesday to Sunday (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) | ||
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Day | Times |
Castle - Open Seasonally (March - October) (1 Mar 2024 - 30 Oct 2024) | ||
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Monday - Tuesday | Closed | |
Wednesday - Sunday | 11:00 | - 16:00 |
Bank Holiday | Closed |
* Refreshments will be available onsite daily
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A1(M). From the A1(M) follow the A66 and then take the A688 Barnard Castle-Bishop Auckland road. The castle is 1 mile north of Staindrop and 8 miles north-east of Barnard Castle.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Darlington Station.Nearest bus stop is Keverstone Bank, Raby, near Staindrop.