The Plotters' Forest at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
Staindrop
County Durham
DL2 3AH
Tel: +44 01833 660202
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
The Plotters’ Forest, Park and Gardens Tickets
Adult | £13.00
Concession | £12.00
Children 4–15 years | £10.00
Under 4s | Free
Family (2 adults & 3 children) | £45.00
HH Member | £5.00
Raby Members with The Plotters’ Forest | Free
TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent774
- Very Good290
- Average77
- Poor60
- Terrible47
Recent Reviews:
- 662francesbYorkshire, United KingdomTrip Type:Friends getawayA beautiful castle and estate. Well worth a visitSaturday, 9th November 2024I had heard a lot about Raby Castle prior to my visit. It is situated in really beautiful countryside near to the pretty village of Staindrop. The castle is the pinnacle of the Raby Estate. The... Read full review
- shazz67Rochford, United KingdomThe Vinery Café.Saturday, 16th November 2024This review is for The Vinery Café on site at Raby Castle. This is undoubtedly a lovely venue, the food is 'ok' and for us it has been ideal as its local and wheelchair accessible, and dog friendly... Read full review
- Michelle GFantastic afternoon outSunday, 17th November 2024We went for the first time with our toddler for a Halloween Walk at plotters forest. We also took in the walled garden, deer park and glasshouse cafe while there, but not the castle. We were blown... 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
The Plotters' Forest | Open Weekends and Holiday Periods (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) |
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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.