Raby Castle
Darlington
County Durham
DL2 3AH
Tel: +44 01833 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
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016
- Regional and Miscellaneous
WTTC Safe Travels 2021
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- Travelers Choice 2022
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- Very Good261
- Average61
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Recent Reviews:
- _philshaw1962County Durham, United KingdomGrandchildrens day outSunday, 4th June 2023We visited raby castle with the grandchildren..they thoroughly enjoyed there run around in play area for 2 hrs .afterwards a visit to the deer park then into the castle a thoroughly enjoyable day out Read full review
- safcol63Sunderland, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyBreathtakingMonday, 5th June 2023Visited on a red hot june day with our nephew. The castle inside is amazing steeped in history, the rooms are beautifully maintained with so much to see and admire. We then visited the gardens which... Read full review
- IamdavecummingsGainford, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesOne of my favourite places for a day out.Monday, 5th June 2023It's one of my favourite places for a day out. Love visiting the Castle and Grounds. Amazing scenery as you walk around the Castle. There's a walled garden, which is spectacular to see in the summer... 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
- Parking (free)
Provider Facilities
- Dogs Accepted - In park only on short leads
- Toilets
Provider Features
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
- Village Location
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
Stables Shop - Open Tuesday to Sunday (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023) | ||
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The Plotters' Forest - Open Daily (1 Jan 2023 - 24 Dec 2023) | ||
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Deer Park - Open Daily (1 Jan 2023 - 24 Dec 2023) | ||
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Castle - Open Seasonally (March - October) (2 Mar 2023 - 30 Oct 2023) | ||
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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.