Raby Castle features on the American Countess
Raby Castle Shines on American Countess Raby Castle, one of England’s most remarkable and best-preserved medieval fortresses, recently took centre stage on the television series American Countess. In a beautifully filmed segment, the episode explored the rich history, dramatic architecture, and evolving story of this 14th-century estate in County Durham. The feature offered viewers a [...]
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Raby’s role in mapping the USA: exciting Dixon discoveries in the Archives
Raby’s role in mapping the USA: exciting Dixon discoveries in the Archives Did you know famous surveyor Jeremiah Dixon began his career working for the Raby estates? In this blogpost we find out more, with our Archivist Joseph Reed. Jeremiah Dixon (1733-1779), famous Cockfield-born surveyor and scientist, is one of South Durham’s best known historical […]
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Raby Castle joins prestigious group of Historic Homes
Raby Castle in County Durham has been invited to join the Treasure Houses of England, a small group of the country’s finest houses, palaces and castles. The Treasure Houses is a collection of ten important houses across the country dedicated to bringing their history and collections to a wider audience and Raby Castle is now […]
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Vote for Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
We need your help! Historic Houses Garden of the Year 2025 The Garden of the Year Award, sponsored by Christie’s, recognises the importance of some of the country’s most spectacular gardens with outstanding horticultural and public appeal. We are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for this incredible award, recognising the beauty behind […]
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Raby Castle Reopens For 2025 Season
Raby Castle reopens for the 2025 season with a new exhibition and extended opening times Raby Castle is getting ready to reopen its medieval gates on Saturday 1st March after its winter closure and will now be welcoming visitors seven days a week for the first time in its history. Following the successful opening of […]
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Reimagining Interiors: Dining in Style
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Castle at Barnard Castle
Three years ago, Raby acquired the old NatWest Bank building at 28 The Market Place, Barnard Castle, to create a link between the Market Place and the Castle at Barnard Castle, which lies to the rear of the premises. The project aims to bring into use the Outer Ward of the Castle, to enhance the […]
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Raby to Unveil Hidden Historical Room on its Castle Tour
Raby Castle will be opening its gates for the 2024 season on Friday 1st March with an exciting new addition to its popular tour. The Housekeeper’s Sitting Room has been given a new lease of life as a reimagined visitor welcome space and will provide visitors with an additional snapshot into the fascinating history of […]
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World Anatomy Day – ‘dissecting’ an interesting book found in Raby’s collections
October 15th– World Anatomy day In celebration of World Anatomy Day, we’re ‘dissecting’ an interesting book found in Raby’s collections. Andreas Vesalius World Anatomy Day honours the work of Andreas Vesalius on the anniversary of his death in 1564. Vesalius is considered the founder of human anatomy […]
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A Cure-ious Medical Discovery at Raby
World Pharmacists Day, September 25th In celebration of World Pharmacists Day, we’ll be looking at an interesting item which was found nestled in the back of one of Raby Castle’s many cupboards, shedding light on the way that sickness and injuries were treated in historic country houses. An unexpected discovery was made over the […]
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