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Raily Fab Ways to Explore Durham
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
- Excellent797
- Very Good302
- Average88
- Poor65
- Terrible54
Recent Reviews:
- Claire pNewcastle, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesGreat for a visit
Monday, 5th May 2025Spent a good few hours here at spring market. Huge estate, great for dog walking. Deer safari looked great, the market was small but some lovely things for sale. Didn't go in castle as no dogs... Read full review - DawnandSteveinLeedsLeeds, United KingdomSimply amazing!
Thursday, 8th May 2025What an amazing place to visit! It far exceeded my expectations. The development of this site in the last year or two is truly impressive. Lord and Lady Barnard have clearly had a clear vision and... Read full review - John WTrip Type:CouplesHistory, gardens and castlesSaturday, 10th May 2025Raby Castle has been on our list of places to visit since we moved to Newcastle in 2021. Today (10/05/25) was our chance! Our overall impression was that the estate, Castle, gardens and facilities... 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.
