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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
- Excellent874
- Very Good311
- Average104
- Poor79
- Terrible67
Recent Reviews:
- jaguar111Newcastle upon Tyne, United KingdomA Hidden Gem
Saturday, 28th February 2026A Hidden Gem of an experience!! We visited as a family of 3 generations , grandmother, parents and grandchildren, and all our interests were catered for. An amazing setting and outstanding... Read full review - B5661HDjamesdDurham, United KingdomPay the Ticket Price - It's worth it!Monday, 2nd March 2026We'd put off Raby castle for quite a while because of the price - but this was a huge mistake. I can completely understand the price now. Although a little high, we think that the price of the ticket... Read full review
- EnglandJulesEnglandBEAUTIFUL hidden gemMonday, 9th March 2026We visited here on Saturday and we did the castle and the grounds, the castle was absolutely fabulous there was so much to see inside and all the volunteers were brilliant, we loved hearing all... 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.
