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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
- Excellent851
- Very Good306
- Average97
- Poor69
- Terrible58
Recent Reviews:
- Angie TUnigue setting !
Tuesday, 30th September 2025Although local to the area we haven't visited the gardens for a long time - way before the new gardens have been designed ! An enjoyable morning - quiet enough to enjoy uninterrupted walks through... Read full review - Deeste88Durham, United KingdomGreat place to visitWednesday, 1st October 2025We enjoyed the guided tour around Raby Castle. Very interesting. The gardens are lovely to walk around leading onto the deer park. The cafe has a great choice of snacks/meals plenty of seating. Read full review
- lincolnhatterLincoln, United KingdomSuch a splendid castle, but what about the Nevilles?Tuesday, 7th October 2025A great day out at this splendid castle, gorgeous gardens on a sunny day and a pleasant lunch in the cafe. Right lets get the moan over with first Me and better 'arf are both very interested in the... 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.
