Name: Raby Castle
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Raby Castle

Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, Staindrop, Darlington, UK

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Description

Raby Castle, explore one of England’s finest Medieval Castles. Raby is without doubt one of the most impressive intact castles in the North of England. Built in the 14th century by the powerful Neville family, it has a long history. Home to Cecily Neville, mother of two kings of England, it was also the scene of the plotting of the Rising of the North and a Parliamentary stronghold during the Civil War.

Explore with The Walled Garden, Prepare for a place where heritage is celebrated, where the beauty lies in its simplicity, and where the welcome is always genuine. Deer Park, enjoy the wildlife and scenery within 200 acres of lush parkland. Spend time in the grounds of Raby Castle.

Price starts from £22.00 for Adults, £13.00 for Children(4-15yrs) and £63.00 for Family of four. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

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Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

The Castle: A powerful exterior with a superb collection of art and artefacts. Raby is without doubt one of the most impressive intact castles in the North of England. Built in the 14th century by the powerful Neville family, it has a long history. Home to Cecily Neville, mother of two kings of England, it was also the scene of the plotting of the Rising of the North and a Parliamentary stronghold during the Civil War.
The Walled Gardens: Prepare for a place where heritage is celebrated, where the beauty lies in its simplicity, and where the welcome is always genuine. The 18th century Walled Garden has been recently remodelled by renowned garden designer Luciano Giubbilei with Lady Barnard.
Deer Park: Spend time in the grounds of Raby Castle. With 200 acres to explore and a range of wildlife on our doorstep, there is plenty to see and do across Raby Park. Discover our walking routes and meet our herds of red and fallow deer.
The Plotters’ Forest: Nestled within a magical Christmas Tree Plantation at Raby Castle, The Plotters’ Forest is the perfect family adventure playground for children to experience the joys and benefits of outdoor play in County Durham through a variety of interactive games and activities.

Facilities

Parking: There is plenty of parking available at Raby Castle. Please follow the signs on entry. Accessible spaces are marked within the bays. We have 12 EV charging points available on-site for visitors to use. You can either use the app ChargerPoint or pay as you go. The Castle is situated in 200 acres of undulating parkland in a countryside location.
Food & Drinks: The Vinery is fully accessible with both indoor and outdoor seating.
Toilets: There are two toilets but no accessible toilets inside the Castle, the main toilets and accessible toilets are at The Vinery Café, The Plotters’ Forest and within the Changing Places facility.

What to see

Events:

Autumn Family Explorer: Family Explorer Tickets. An all inclusive ticket for the whole family. An all-inclusive day out for families.
Castle, Deer Park and Gardens: Raby Castle, Park and Gardens is open 7 days a week with guided tours on Mondays and Tuesdays and both free flow and guided tours available Wednesday to Sunday. The Castle is open March until 2nd November 2025.

For more upcoming events information please visit: http://raby.co.uk/raby-castle/whats-on/

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Raby Castle: Adult: £7.00, Children: £2.50. Family: £17.00, Concession: £7.00

Raby Castle, Deer Park and Gardens Tickets:

Adult: £22.00 Online Pre-booked Price £21.00
Children(4–15 years): £13.00 Online Pre-booked Price £12.00
Under 4s: Free
Family(2 adults & 2 children): £63.00 Online Pre-booked Price £62.00
Concession(60+): £21.00 Online Pre-booked Price £20.00

The Plotters’ Forest, Deer Park and Gardens Tickets:

Adult: £15.00 Online Pre-booked Price £14.00
Children(4–15 years): £12.00 Online Pre-booked Price £11.00
Under 4s: Free
Family(2 adults & 2 children): £51.00 Online Pre-booked Price £50.00
Concession(60+): £14.00 Online Pre-booked Price £13.00
HH Member: £5.00

Deer Park and Gardens Tickets:

Adult: £15.00 Online Pre-booked Price £14.00
Children(4–15 years): £10.50 Online Pre-booked Price £9.50
Under 4s: Free
Family(2 adults & 2 children): £46.00 Online Pre-booked Price £45.00
Concession(60+): £14.00 Online Pre-booked Price £13.00

Membership:

Adult: £60.00
Concession(60+): £55.00
Children(4–15 years): £40.00
Under 4s: Free
Family(2 adults & 2 children): £195.00

For more details please visit: https://www.raby.co.uk/raby-castle/raby-membership/

Pricing URL: https://www.raby.co.uk/raby-castle/your-visit/plan-your-day/opening-times-prices/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Group Visit
Discounted admission rates
Free coach parking
Complimentary admission for group organiser
Complimentary refreshment voucher for coach driver
Meet and greet on arrival by a member of the Raby Castle team
Familiarisation visits can be arranged for group organisers and members of the trade prior to group travel

School Visits
Visits must be pre-booked in advance and are available throughout the year.
Please call 01833 660 202 or email [email protected] to check availability and discuss your requirements.

Corporate events
If you’re looking for a unique historic venue to host your next exclusive corporate business event, Raby Castle provides the most magnificent setting. Enjoy a dining experience in our grand Entrance Hall or a team-building day across our scenic Deer Park. There is no shortage of characterful spaces, indoors and outdoor across the range of terrain at Raby Estates. From archery to forest bathing, fine dining to talks and workshops, get in touch with our friendly team to discuss your needs. We can create a bespoke experience for you and your employees, making for the most memorably corporate experience.

Raby Castle: Open Daily, 11am - 4pm (Guided Tours Only on Mondays & Tuesdays)
Walled Gardens & Deer Park: Open Daily, 10am - 5pm
The Plotters’ Forest Woodland Playground: Weekends and Holiday Periods, 10am – 4pm
The Vinery Café: Open Daily, 10am - 4.30pm
The Garage Café: Open Daily, 12pm - 4.30pm (Closed 29th and 30th September)
The Coach House Shop & Exhibition: Open Daily, 10am - 4.30pm (Closed 29th and 30th September)

Address: Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, Staindrop, Darlington, UK

Post Code: DL2 3AH

Council: County Durham

County: County Durham

By Road: From the north, Raby Castle is located on the A688 approximately 8 miles north east of Barnard Castle. When travelling from the north, Raby can be reached via the A1(M) or the A68. From the A1(M) leave Junction 60. Travel along the A688 westbound towards West Auckland (where the A68 joins the north) and on towards Barnard Castle. Raby Castle is positioned on the right hand side.
By Bus: If travelling from Durham, Arriva bus service 6 runs from Durham, via Bishop Auckland to Cockfield every half an hour. Alight at Cockfield then transfer to bus 84 onto Raby Castle. Arriva Bus Service 75 travels between Darlington and Barnard Castle via Staindrop once every hour, alight at Staindrop then either walk (approx 1 mile) to Raby Castle or transfer to service 84 travelling to Bishop Auckland. Weardale Motor Services also runs.
By Train: Darlington Train Station, Bank Top, Darlington, DL1 4AA. Approx. 15 miles. Operating on the East Coast Main line, with connections to towns and cities across England.
Parking: There is plenty of parking available at Raby Castle. Please follow the signs on entry. Accessible spaces are marked within the bays. We have 12 EV charging points available on-site for visitors to use. You can either use the app ChargerPoint or pay as you go. The Castle is situated in 200 acres of undulating parkland in a countryside location.