While we’re staying at home we’ve been using our imaginations to escape on exciting adventures, exploring Castles, meeting Knights and Princesses, and encountering fearsome Dragons along the way.

Here we share 5 of our favourite Castle inspired stories

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Events and activities at Raby Estates

Castle Mice Virtual Trail

We know how much you love the story trails we run during the school holidays with our friends at Brightwoods. This half term we’ve taken inspiration from the fabulous story The Castle Mice, by Paddington creator Michael Bond. Visit our Facebook page during half term to search for the family of Castle Mice who are […]

Short Story Competition

Raby Castle

We invite you to use your imagination and time at home to take part in our special short story competition. The winner from each category will receive a Raby Castle Annual Pass and shortlisted stories will be published on our website. Start writing now and submit your story before midnight on Friday 31st May. Find […]

Art Competition

Raby Castle

Why not have a go at making your own castle or drawing a picture of the Castle or Waterfall at home? Raby Castle and High Force Waterfall have been painted by many famous artists over the years, including JMW Turner, and now it’s your turn. We’ll be picking our favourite at the end of May […]