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Raby Castle
From
£3.00
Staindrop
County Durham
DL2 3AH
County Durham
DL2 3AH
Tel: +44 01833 660207
OnlineBooking
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult - Castle, Deer Park & Walled Gardens | £12.00 per ticket type |
| Adult - Deer Park & Walled Gardens | £7.00 per ticket type |
| Child 5-15 - Castle, Deer Park & Walled Gardens | £6.00 per ticket type |
| Child 5-15 - Deer Park & Walled Gardens | £3.00 per ticket type |
| Concession - Castle, Park & Walled Gardens | £11.00 per ticket type |
| Concession - Deer Park & Walled Gardens | £6.00 per ticket type |
| Family (2+3) Castle, Park & Walled Gardens | £35.00 per ticket type |
| Family (2+3) Park & Walled Gardens | £18.00 per ticket type |
Children under 5 free.
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Awards
- Visit England
VAQAS 2019 - Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016 - Visit Britain
We're Good To Go 2020
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2020
- Excellent506
- Very Good221
- Average36
- Poor20
- Terrible20
Recent Reviews:
- 775LauraDarlington, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyWonderful place to visit
Friday, 7th August 2020Remarkable place to visit and we always enjoy visiting to walk the grounds and view the castle. Inside the castle is fascinating and one of the best preserved interiors and collection of historical... Read full review - Phoebs764Trip Type:FamilyGreat visit to castle and gardensSaturday, 8th August 2020Beautiful castle and gardens. Excellent social distancing measures in place. Very knowledgeable staff. Read full review
- grahambleedsKingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdoma previously unknown gemSunday, 9th August 2020what a lovely day out ! a hidden gem that is definitely worth a visit the ancestral home of the Barnard family the castle itself is steeped in hundreds of years of English & Scottish history and... 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
| Park and Woodland Area - Open Daily (1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Walled Gardens - Open Daily from 10am , 7 days a week from beginning of March to the end of October. (2 Mar 2020 - 30 Sept 2020) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 10:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | - 10:00 |
| Castle July/Aug (1 July 2020 - 31 Aug 2020) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Wednesday - Sunday | 11:00 | - 16:00 |
* Raby Castle will open Wednesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 16:00. A one-way system is in place for visitors to the Castle to support social distancing.
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.
Highlights...
Tuesday, 1st December 2020 - Tuesday, 1st December 2020
Christmas at Raby CastleWe are busy planning our 2020 calendar of events which will include our most popular family favourites as well as some exciting new experiences for all ages.
You can expect the return of our bustling Christmas Market with lots of unique gift ideas from local makers and producers plus a chance to…- more info
Woodland Play Area: Raby Castle, StaindropThe Park and Gardens provide lots of opportunity for fresh air, fun and exercise. Our Woodland Adventure Playground will keep children entertained and bikes are available for the whole family to hire, so that you can explore the wider Park. Walking and cycling routes can be obtained from our…
Park & Garden Walk at Raby Castle (PARK OPEN 10-4), StaindropThere are some beautiful walks around the Park and Gardens at Raby Castle. Maps and walking routes are available from our admissions team. Organised group walks take place on a regular basis and ae a fantastic way to see some areas of the Park which visitors cannot usually access.
Dogs love to…
Monday, 11th May 2020 - Thursday, 31st December 2020
Virtual Tour at Raby CastleTake a tour of the Castle grounds, gardens, cafe, shop and coach yard. Just click and drag on the image below and follow the hotspots! Use the 'EXPLORE' menu to visit other areas.https://www.raby.co.uk/raby-castle/virtual-tour/ - more info
Friday, 4th September 2020 - Friday, 4th September 2020
Raby Castle - Feel Good FridaysThis summer our beautiful Walled Gardens will become the ultimate outdoor space for an exclusive and deeply restorative yoga and mindfulness experience.
Places are limited to just 5 participants for each session.- more info
Sunday, 16th August 2020 - Sunday, 16th August 2020
Sunday, 23rd August 2020 - Sunday, 23rd August 2020
Sunday, 30th August 2020 - Sunday, 30th August 2020
Raby Castle - Slow Down Sundays – exclusive mindfulness sessions in the Walled GardensStart the day in the beautiful surroundings of the Walled Gardens at Raby Castle, as you join us for our series of deeply relaxing mindfulness sessions.- more info
Sunday, 16th August 2020 - Sunday, 16th August 2020
Sunday, 30th August 2020 - Sunday, 30th August 2020
Raby Castle - Serene SundaysWhat better way to finish the weekend than at a private restorative relaxation session in the Walled Gardens at Raby Castle.
- more info
Friday, 17th July 2020 - Monday, 31st August 2020
Raby Castle - Towers and Terrace Tour (Mon & Tues Only)Join us for a very special tour of the Castle Terrace, as we look at how the magnificent towers and architecture have changed over time.
The nine towers of Raby Castle give the magnificent building its unique shape and character.- more info
Friday, 17th July 2020 - Monday, 31st August 2020
Raby Castle - Children's Scavenger HuntYounger visitors to Raby can discover hidden treasures as they explore the Park and Gardens with our FREE Scavenger Hunt. Pick up a sheet when you arrive and see how many colours, shapes, sounds and objects you can spot during your visit from a list of 20 items.
The Scavenger Hunt is included in…- more info
Friday, 21st August 2020 - Sunday, 23rd August 2020
Raby Castle - Outdoor CinemaRaby has some fantastic movies lined up for you to enjoy in the open air between Friday 21 to Sunday 23 August.
In the meantime, Save the Date and we look forward to welcoming you for this unique experience.- more info
