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Raby Castle

Castle & Historic Landmark · County Durham, England

Raby Castle is a castle & historic landmark in County Durham, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £23–£24 · Child £12–£13 · Family £66
Checked on the official page (updated 1 Sep 2026): castle, deer park and gardens adult £23 online / £24, child (4-15) £12 / £13, family (2+2) £66 online. Deer park and gardens only: adult £15 online, child £10, family £46. Family Explorer (includes Plotters' Forest and free parking) £60 online.
Opening timesCastle daily 11am-4pm in season (March to October). Walled gardens daily 10am-5pm (last entry 4pm). Deer park 10am-4pm. Plotters' Forest playground weekends and holidays 10am-4pm (pre-book).
Best time to goWeekdays in spring and early autumn.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAll ages; deer park and play area
All ages.
If it rainsMixed: castle indoors, gardens and park outdoors
ParkingParking details on the official parking page; the Family Explorer ticket includes free parking. (Not stated)
FoodThe Vinery Café daily 10am-5pm (free to enter) and the seasonal Garage Café.
Money saverCheck online prices and annual passes
Top tipsSee the castle and the deer park, and book the Walled Garden slot early.
What to packWellies, waterproofs, picnic

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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