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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
- Excellent803
- Very Good304
- Average89
- Poor65
- Terrible54
Recent Reviews:
- Hayley LNewcastle upon Tyne, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyLovely relaxing place
Saturday, 7th June 2025You know when you go to a National Trust place and everything is wholesome and neat as a new pin? Well this place is like that, but on steroids. We had lunch at the Vinery, which I think is good... Read full review - Kevin SWest Yorkshire, United KingdomAn Historic GemSunday, 8th June 2025A return visit to a magnificent castle and beautiful gardens. It's a delightful short stroll from the gardens to the castle, passing through the deer park with its residents. The castle has splendid... Read full review
- Gill HGorgeous Castle!!Sunday, 8th June 2025Had a wonderful visit to this beautiful castle. The grounds are amazing, you could walk round for hours. Lots of deers in the park sheltering from the sun under trees. Beautiful gardens with some... 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.
