When

Castle reopens March 2025

Where

Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

Pricing

£11 Adult, £10 Concession, £6.50 Children, Family £37, Under 4's Free

Raby Castle, Park and Gardens Tickets

Raby Castle, Park and Gardens Ticket are available from Saturday 1st March 2025

Raby Castle, Deer Park and Gardens is a landmark location in County Durham. Visit one of the most impressive intact castles in the North of England, with a powerful exterior and superb collections. The castle is steeped in history, built by the powerful Nevilles in the 14th century, it has been the family home of the Vanes for nearly 400 years.

Explore the picturesque Deer Park, with 200 acres to explore and a range of wildlife on our doorstep, there is plenty to see and do across Raby Park. Discover our walking routes and meet our herds of red and fallow deer.

The 18th century Walled Garden has been recently remodelled by renowned garden designer Luciano Giubbilei with Lady Barnard. Together, they have laboured to create a stunning 5-acre vision, including the estate’s well-known yew hedges and the iconic Raby fig. Beautifully framed views and an unrivalled air of tranquillity have put Raby on the map of notable English gardens, and will delight horticultural novices and enthusiasts alike.

What is included in my ticket?

Access to Raby Castle – one of England’s finest medieval castles
Access to the Castle Terrace
Complimentary children’s Castle Quest Trail
Full day access to The Walled Gardens (open 10am-4pm)
Full day access to The Deer Park (open 10am-4pm)
Complimentary children’s trail sheet in the Deer Park

What else is at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens?

There is so much more to see and do at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

Discover The Plotters’ Forest outdoor adventure playground, built within a Christmas tree plantation, where ‘close to nature’ takes on a whole new meaning. Purchase Tickets HERE
Join us for a delicious lunch, coffee or sweet treat at The Vinery, which proudly present handcrafted dishes inspired or sourced from the beautiful Raby Estate.
Complete your day by having a browse in our beautiful new retail space in The Coach House. You’ll find a curated selection of homeware and gifts displayed on reclaimed furniture from across the estate. Our philosophy at Raby is local wherever possible, and here in the Coach House you’ll discover the kind of high-quality, artisan items you can’t shop anywhere else.
Showcasing Raby Estate’s rich past, the Coach House will house a free-to-enter exhibition, giving visitors a taste of what is to come when venturing into the historic castle, surrounding parklands and wider areas of the Estate. The centrepiece of this exciting exhibition will be an audio-visual projection onto a bespoke carved oak eight metre table. The projection will showcase the unique Teesdale landscape, part of the wider Estate, and highlight iconic landmarks such as High Force Waterfall, as well as the sights and sounds of the local area and wildlife

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What's on

Upcoming events & activities

An Unlimited January

January 2025

To celebrate the start 0f 2025, we are offering our lovely Raby Estates visitors an unlimited January Offer at both locations. Blow off the January blues with a healthy new year full of walking, fresh air, wildlife and the great outdoors. We will be running a fantastic offer at each location High Force Waterfall and [...]

Stargazing Suppers

Selected dates until March 2026

Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing supper experience at the High Force Waterfall and Hotel.

Social Sundays at Raby Castle

Sunday 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th January

Social Sundays are all about bringing new people together in a relaxed environment to simply walk and talk. Join in the guided walk around the picturesque deer park where the red and fallow deer roam with scenic views of the castle whilst meeting new people.

Social Sundays at High Force

Sunday 5th, 12th, 19th and 25th January

What better place to go for a winter walk and to meet new people than at one of the most magnificent waterfalls! The guided walk starts at 10.30am outside High Force Hotel. Sunday 5th January Sunday 12th January Sunday 19th January Sunday 25th January Simply purchase a waterfall ticket on the day or book in […]

A Not So Blue Monday

Monday 20th January

There’s no such thing as ‘Blue Monday’ at Raby – come and join four of our wonderful team for a casual chat and a cuppa in The Vinery on Monday 20th January. Come and treat yourself to a hot cuppa and a piece of cake and chat the morning away. No need for tickets, just […]

Family Stargazing at High Force Waterfall

21st January 2025

Family Stargazing at High Force Waterfall Tuesday, 21st January 2025 / 5pm – 7pm Tuesday, 21st January 2025 / 7pm – 9pm – Extra session added by popular demand A Rare Celestial Event On 21st January, join us for a truly unforgettable experience as six planets — Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, Venus, and Saturn — […]