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Kynren – The Storied Lands
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
- Excellent787
- Very Good300
- Average87
- Poor64
- Terrible54
Recent Reviews:
- Stephen SMore signs please
Friday, 11th April 2025Lovely castle in beautiful grounds with lots of deer to see. However our visit would have benefitted from more prominent signs and information on the contents of each room. Although guides were... Read full review - looosieSDarlington, United KingdomTrip Type:Friends getawayLovely day out
Sunday, 13th April 2025Beautiful setting - we visited the vinery for lunch and it is lovely inside with very helpful friendly staff. Plenty of delicious looking lunch options, I opted for the vegan wrap. The whole estate... Read full review - CherryG276Newcastle upon Tyne, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyThe area is big there are deer on the ground and garden where people can walk around there is two cafes there play area for cSunday, 13th April 2025It's lovely place to visit with family or couples the castle is amazing by the look of it half is open to the public, ,,,,,, 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.
