# Raby Castle

> Raby Estates, Co. Durham and Shropshire Raby Estates manages acres of dramatic, heritage landscapes and unique buildings, steeped in a rich history, across County Durham and Shropshire.

Every one associated with spaces that are atmospheric Raby Castle, from the magnificent Barons' Hall towards the Mediaeval Kitchen provides fascinating insights into life through the ages and provides kids the opportunity to allow their imaginations run wild! There's the maximum amount of education available right here from this, but it is just as affecting for the smalls to simply explore.Behind the powerful exterior of towers and fortifications, Raby houses a fantastic art collection and splendid interiors while you desire to wring. Plus you can have a look at the carriage that is horse-drawn!The impressive 200 acre (80ha) deer park surrounding Raby Castle has Red deer, the greatest British wild land mammal, and also the smaller Fallow deer, both herds containing the desendants of deer preserved in this region since Norman times therefore a fantastic point for some secret schooling too!It's worth a look away from home as much as Christmas too while they function a lovely grotto here every year.Plus the youngsters can discover the force of nature at tall Force, the most dazzling waterfalls in England! Raby Castle is situated 20 miles further east at Staindrop. Start to see the listing for Highforce Waterfall!

- Type: Experience
- Location: Darlington, County Durham, England
- Area guide: [Durham](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/discover/regions/county-durham)
- Booking: Not bookable online on HolidayFox; book direct on its website, https://www.raby.co.uk/raby-castle/, or call +441833660202
- HTML page: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-DmJ594vuHCVv/raby-castle

## Activities

- Castles and Palaces
- Sightseeing and Attractions
- Experience
- Parks and Playgrounds

## Facilities

- parking available
- toilets
- picnics and food allowed
- food to purchase onsite
- wheelchair friendly
- pushchair friendly

## Suitable for

- Baby and Toddler (0-3)
- People
- Family

## Nearby stays

- [Countryview Caravan Camping Site](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-gcnSeFkInXKw/countryview_caravan_camping_site)
- [Thorpe Farm Centre](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-fMgNt5VPDYtr/thorpe-farm-centre)
- [Holmebeck Huts](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-lhWyB8HC5saC/holmebeck-huts)
- [Leekworth Caravan And Camping Park](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-i9Fq3S5wXkoQ/leekworth-caravan-and-camping-park)
- [Newlands Hall](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-A3o0QQ5KicnE/newlands_hall)

All stays nearby: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-DmJ594vuHCVv/raby-castle/near-by-accommodations.md

## Nearby things to do

- [Countryview Caravan and Camping Site](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-MCseAHUm3AJM/countryview-caravan-and-camping-site)
- [Teesdale Sports Centre](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-8g1XWpoMfajZ/teesdale-sports-centre)
- [The Bowes Museum](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-xzw9yBFEU-TS/the-bowes-museum)
- [Egglestone Abbey](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-XbWXx2nWV85O/egglestone-abbey)
- [Barnard Castle](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-NJ0Bxh0siVoz/barnard-castle)

All things to do nearby: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-DmJ594vuHCVv/raby-castle/near-by-experiences.md

## Questions and answers

### Where is Raby Castle?

Raby Castle is in Darlington, County Durham.

### What activities does Raby Castle offer?

Raby Castle lists Castles and Palaces, Sightseeing and Attractions, Experience and Parks and Playgrounds.

### What facilities does Raby Castle have?

Raby Castle lists parking available, toilets, picnics and food allowed, food to purchase onsite, wheelchair friendly and pushchair friendly.

### What is there to do near Raby Castle?

Experiences listed near Raby Castle on HolidayFox include Countryview Caravan and Camping Site, Teesdale Sports Centre, The Bowes Museum, Egglestone Abbey and Barnard Castle.

### How do I book Raby Castle?

Raby Castle doesn't take bookings on HolidayFox. Book direct on its own website, https://www.raby.co.uk/raby-castle/, or call +441833660202.


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