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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
- Excellent885
- Very Good311
- Average107
- Poor81
- Terrible69
Recent Reviews:
- dee090edinburghExcellent visit
Friday, 22nd May 2026Fabulous first time visit. Great first stop at the Vinery. All food looked fresh & delicious. After a quick stroll around the garden we headed to the castle. Very interesting with lovely, helpful... Read full review - Chris MWetherby, United KingdomA great place to visit - not just a castle - but be prepared for walking
Friday, 22nd May 2026Finally got round to visiting Raby Castle. There are a number of ticket options and our ticket covered the Castle, Walled Gardens and Deer Park option. There is a large car park, which then involves... Read full review - Tina HShropshire, United KingdomFabulous Day OutSunday, 24th May 2026We visited this castle on Bank Holiday weekend (Sunday). We live in Shropshire and have been fortunate enough to visit many beautiful stately homes including Chatsworth, Highclere etc. This is by far... 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.
