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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
TripAdvisor
- Excellent780
- Very Good295
- Average83
- Poor61
- Terrible52
Recent Reviews:
- 461mariebDurham, United KingdomBeautiful gardens but food expensive
Thursday, 30th January 2025Being a Garden Designer my passion is gardens , having enjoyed a year's membership I very much enjoyed walking the garden various seasons enjoying the seasonal changes . Arrived today to renew... Read full review - 113julianrExtortionate!
Sunday, 2nd February 2025Members for the past two years however, we will not be renewing again; 1. The Vinery is cripplingly expensive and flies were seen on food behind the counter. 2. Admission to events was free to... Read full review - Tinytim25Secrets of the Raby Castle Spring Clean
Sunday, 9th February 2025We found this visit fascinating, learning about the Spring Cleaning routine, which occurs while the castle is closed during winter months. Three very helpful guides, who knew the intimate details of... 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.
