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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
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Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
TripAdvisor
- Excellent904
- Very Good312
- Average111
- Poor81
- Terrible70
Recent Reviews:
- Joanne TAfternoon tea
Sunday, 2nd August 2026Visited today for afternoon tea in The Vinery. Wow!! The food and service were impeccable and the lady that served us was lovely and attentive. We will definitely return. Such a special treat... Read full review - danielliebearSheffield, United KingdomA totally brilliant day out!!Tuesday, 4th August 2026What a brilliant day!!! We started with the Plotters Forest, which was utterly magical (and reassuringly safe and well designed). We then went on to explore the walled gardens which were absolutely... Read full review
- Tracy TPenrithSTUNNINGWednesday, 5th August 2026What an amazing place, stunning throughout, and all staff amazing and helpful. Read full review
Facilities
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.
