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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
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Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
TripAdvisor
- Excellent842
- Very Good306
- Average96
- Poor69
- Terrible57
Recent Reviews:
- GandC_UKPocklington, United KingdomLovely Castle, Gardens, Grounds and Cafes
Sunday, 14th September 2025We stopped here on our way up to Hadrians Wall country. There is a large modern restaurant and a smaller cafe both outside of the paygate (unless there is an event on) . The food is lovely with... Read full review - 111Arthur123Hawarden, United KingdomGreat visitMonday, 15th September 2025Had a great visit, guided tour of the castle, which is a must. Everything explained in the castle, our guide Kathleen was superb. Also the cafe offers excellent food and drinks. Well worth a visit. Read full review
- CLAIRE BYou must visit!Tuesday, 16th September 2025I returned here today after at least 10yrs so the new cafe and reception wasn't there. It is a beautiful space and a sun trap. We fid the castle tour which took an hour. Keith was brilliant...very... 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
| 2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
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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.
