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Accessible Things to Do
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
Guide Prices
The Plotters’ Forest, Park and Gardens Tickets
Adult | £13.00
Concession | £12.00
Children 4–15 years | £10.00
Under 4s | Free
Family (2 adults & 3 children) | £45.00
HH Member | £5.00
Raby Members with The Plotters’ Forest | Free
TripAdvisor
- Excellent763
- Very Good287
- Average74
- Poor56
- Terrible42
Recent Reviews:
- Joyce JBakewell, United KingdomRaby is wonderful
Tuesday, 1st October 2024Brilliant place. The castle is amazing, so interesting. The gardens filled with swathes of grasses and white anemones, so beautiful. Lovely food in fantastic surroundings and dog friendly inside... Read full review - Z6493WJkarendLovely castle -cafe teething troubles!
Saturday, 5th October 2024This would have been more enjoyable if a guided tour had been on offer( we visited on a Saturday) One guide spent ages talking to a lady about Henry Vii , after waiting to ask a question about the... Read full review - profjoypcAlnwick, United KingdomBeautiful landscape, gardens and deer parkSaturday, 5th October 2024We had a really good visit here in the gardens and deer park which is a very beautiful landscape. The garden topiary is fascinating. The deer in the park were well worth the walk to find them and... 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
| The Plotters' Forest | Open Weekends and Holiday Periods (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) |
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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. Explore our beautiful Walled Gardens, picturesque Deer Park and adventure playground, The Plotters' Forest or learn about our fascinating Castle collections…
