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

- Excellent703
- Very Good263
- Average65
- Poor44
- Terrible31
Recent Reviews:
- Kath WGreat family day outThursday, 26th October 2023Really enjoyed our day at Raby. Such an interesting place with a great history. Something for everyone to be interested in as the rooms are furnished in different periods, as the building has been... Read full review
- Melanie WDeer Park by day and at duskMonday, 30th October 2023I have visited Raby Castle previously. On this occasion, I had both day time and twilight tickets for the deer park. Staff in the ticket booth and castle entrance/terrace were all fantastic... Read full review
- Davie_SheenaAyrshire, United KingdomNot deer to visit Raby CastleWednesday, 8th November 2023You really could make a full day out by visiting Raby Castle. All staff very friendly and obviously have a passion for their job. Very interesting walk through the castle, well laid out and plenty... 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
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 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.