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Memorable Moments at The Bowes Museum
Raby Castle
Staindrop
County Durham
DL2 3AH
County Durham
DL2 3AH
Tel: 01833 660202
OnlineBooking
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
Castle, Play & Park Tickets (March – October)
Adult – £13.00
Concession – £12.00
4–15 years – £10.00
Under 4s – Free
Family (2+3) – £45.00
HH Member – £5.00
Castle & Park Tickets (March – October)
Adult – £10.50
Concession – £9.50
4–15 years – £6.00
Under 4s – Free
Family (2+3) – £32.00
HH Member – Free
Play & Park Tickets (Open Daily)
Adult – £8.00
Concession – £7.00
4–15 years – £7.50
Under 4s – Free
Family (2+3) – £29.00
HH Member – £5.00
Park Tickets (Open Daily)
Adult – £5.50
Concession – £4.50
4–15 years – £3.50
Under 4s – Free
Family (2+3) – £17.00
HH Member – Free
Video
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Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Visit England
VAQAS 2019 - Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016 - Regional and Miscellaneous
WTTC Safe Travels 2021
TripAdvisor
- Excellent617
- Very Good255
- Average57
- Poor40
- Terrible28
Recent Reviews:
- Jogobellka87High Wycombe, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyLovely place
Monday, 26th September 2022Lovely day out, totally worth getting annual pass the next time we visit. Lovely walk around the castle and the plotters forest (even tho this was smaller then anticipated from pictures online) Read full review - EveGallowayDurham, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyPlotters Forest
Tuesday, 4th October 2022Had been looking forward to our visit to the Plotters Forest, a new attraction at Raby Castle all summer. We were lucky enough to have good weather and turned up early for our 10.30am slot. The two... Read full review - Doha19Trip Type:CouplesRaby Castle a hidden gem.Wednesday, 5th October 2022The guides were very well informed about all aspects of the castle and associated history throughout the life of the castle. 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
| Deer Park - Open Daily (1 Jan 2022 - 24 Dec 2022) | ||
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| Monday - Sunday | Closed | |
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
| The Plotters' Forest - Open Daily (1 Jan 2022 - 24 Dec 2022) | ||
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| Monday - Sunday | Closed | |
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
| Cafe - Open Daily (1 Jan 2022 - 24 Dec 2022) |
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| Stables Shop - Open Tuesday to Sunday (1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022) |
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| Castle - Open Seasonally (March - October) (2 Mar 2022 - 30 Oct 2022) | ||
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| Monday - Sunday | Closed | |
| 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.
Highlights...
The Plotters' Forest at Raby Castle, StaindropThe Plotters’ Forest at Raby Castle offers a thrilling mix of challenge, discovery and intrigue for all ages.
Deer Park at Raby Castle, StaindropSpend time in nature and watch the seasons change in Raby Castle’s stunning Deer Park, which is open to visitors from 10am - 4pm every day.
The Stables Shop at Raby Castle, StaindropOur Stables Shop at Raby Castle offers a beautiful selection of gifts and homewares.
