Annie Garthwaite – Celebrating Cecily and the launch of ‘The Kings Mother’
Introducing The King’s Mother at Raby Castle. In conversation with author Annie Garthwaite. With only a couple of weeks to go until Raby Castle welcomes back author Annie Garthwaite to launch her latest novel, The Kings Mother, Raby’s Curator Julie Biddlecombe-Brown caught up with Annie to discuss her exciting new work. As The King’s […]
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New Visitor Destination in the North Set to Open This Weekend
After six years of planning Raby Castle is ready to open its doors and welcome visitors to the Rising, a 24 acre site featuring the walled garden along with old and new buildings. It is an ambitious scheme, the largest and most significant for generations at the 14th century family home of Lord and Lady […]
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Children can Enjoy Nature Themed Trails at Raby Castle this Half Term
From wonderful wildlife to popular farmyard animals, Raby Castle has created three new trails to celebrate nature this May half term. Woven amongst the trees in the Christmas tree plantation, Raby Castle’s woodland adventure playground offers a new Farmyard Fun trail, matching baby animals to their parents to unscramble Farmer Charlie’s favourite word. The Farmyard […]
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Raby Castle Champions Local Contractors and Heritage Skills
As the ambitious two-year development scheme, The Rising nears completion, Raby Castle has used the North East’s most skilled local contractors and suppliers to complete the new retail, hospitality and events destination. The Rising, a collection of restored heritage buildings, two thoughtfully designed new builds and remodelled walled gardens will offer visitors a unique experience […]
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Raby Castle has achieved Silver in the Green Tourism Award
Raby Castle has secured a significant achievement in the Green Tourism awards certification programme with a silver in recognition of the business’s commitment to sustainability. The Green Tourism awards are acknowledged worldwide as an indicator of good environmentally-friendly practice and act as a hallmark of ‘green quality’. Raby Castle submitted evidence across multiple criteria […]
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Raby Estates advances its Recruitment Drive ahead of The Rising Launch
The Rising at Raby Castle, has already created 30 jobs and we aim to deliver many more for the region when it opens this spring. Historic buildings restored over the past two years have been given a new lease of life creating high-end retail, events and hospitality spaces for all visitors to enjoy. The scheme, […]
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From Soil to Oil | Raby Rapeseed Oil Now Available to Purchase
In the rolling hills of County Durham, nestled within the picturesque landscape of Raby Estates, lies a piece of agricultural heritage that spans over two centuries. Raby Home Farm, established by the Earl of Darlington with a vision to foster agricultural innovation, has stood the test of time, blending traditional farming practices with modern sustainability […]
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The next generation of Raby Estates
As National Apprenticeship Week unfolds across the country, it’s time to shine a spotlight on the incredible apprentices who contribute their skills, dedication, and fresh perspectives to various industries. Here at Raby Estates, we take immense pride in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth and development. We have several apprentices in various departments across […]
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Celebrating an Equine Past as Work Commences on 18th Century Coach House and Stables
Restoration work is underway on the 18th century Coach House and Stables here at Raby Castle, a key part of ‘The Rising’ development, the ambitious project to restore historic buildings to create a unique new visitor experience for 2024. The prominent Grade II* listed Coach House and Stables reflect the Vane family’s long-standing passion […]
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Raby Castle Strives for Green Tourism Award
EXCITING NEWS! Raby Castle is applying for the Green Tourism Award The awards certification programme recognises the commitment of tourism businesses, actively working to become more sustainable. Sustainability is a key focus throughout the Estate. The Rising scheme perfectly demonstrates this, from the reclaimed estate materials being reused and recycled throughout the development to the estate […]
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