The Woman who saved Raby?
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Vote for Jimmy for the National Tourism Superstar
A much-loved volunteer guide at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens is representing County Durham and the wider North East in VisitEngland’s prestigious national Tourism Superstar competition, with public voting now open. 87-year-old Jimmy Nicol, a volunteer guide at Raby Castle, is one of just ten finalists shortlisted nationally in the Tourism Superstar award, which celebrates […]
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Exotic Woods in the Furniture Collection at Raby Castle
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Raby Castle to open for new Christmas Experience for the first time in 50 years
Raby Castle will be opening its doors during the festive period for the first time in five decades to show the castle decorated for Christmas, designed by custodian and creative director, Lady Barnard. This will be a chance for visitors to experience how the Vane family enjoyed Christmas at the Castle and see the rooms […]
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Raby Castle is stepping into the middle ages with a Horrible Histories Takeover
Raby Castle is turning back the clock to the measly Middle Ages with a Horrible Histories takeover this autumn. Inspired by the bestselling books written by Terry Deary and illustrated by Martin Brown, and publishing by Scholastic, Raby is shining a light on the gruesome history of the medieval fortress with a new installation available […]
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New partnership brings Durham University research to life at Raby Castle
Durham University and Raby Castle have formalised their already productive collaboration, connecting world-class research with one of the North East’s most iconic heritage sites. The institutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which builds on almost a decade of close work between the Raby Estate and the University. It reflects a shared ambition to […]
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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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