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The Plotters' Forest at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
Raby Castle
Staindrop
County Durham
DL2 3AH
Staindrop
County Durham
DL2 3AH
Tel: +44 01833 660202
Book Tickets
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
TripAdvisor
- Excellent882
- Very Good310
- Average107
- Poor82
- Terrible69
Recent Reviews:
- Sean KDurham, United KingdomNice Castle & gardens
Wednesday, 6th May 2026Beautiful castle and grounds, but let down by over priced and underwhelming food in the cafe. I'd recommend sticking with tea/coffee & a peice of cake. Read full review - Eating4DonCounty DurhamExpensive and disappointingWednesday, 13th May 2026I’ve visited Raby Castle, gardens and tearooms many times over the last three years. A beautiful set up, from huge sculptured hedges in the spectacular gardens, a maze of shaped box shrubs, and... Read full review
- Aymen HRemortgage before eating or drinking here
Saturday, 16th May 2026Remortgage before eating or drinking here. I've never been so gobsmacked at cafe/restaurant prices. The old Yurt cafe here was actually reasonable. After the remodel, it's disgusting how they've put... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
- Changing Places Facilities
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Duration
- Duration - 2 Hours
Parking & Transport
- Coach Parking Onsite
- On site parking
Provider Facilities
- Cater for school groups
- Event Venue
- Toilets
Provider Features
- Forest Location
- Outdoor Attraction
Suitability
- Families
- School Trips
Target Markets
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
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
| 2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) |
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* Open Weekends and School Holiday Periods from 10am (please pre-book your time slot)
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...
Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, StaindropWelcome to Raby Castle, Park and Gardens. A stunning complete medieval castle in County Durham with a fascinating history and stories to tell.
