Raby Castle
A grand castle built by the Neville family in the 14th century. Its nine towers are reflected in the moat, and deer roam the deer park.
The castle was built by the Neville family in the 14th century. The Rising of the North plot was hatched here in 1569. Since then it has been owned by the Vane family, the Barons Barnard. Inside are a medieval great hall, an octagonal drawing room decorated in the Victorian style, and galleries displaying works by Old Masters. Outside, a deer park of about 80 hectares is home to red and fallow deer. The walled gardens and newly built play area suit families. Admission is about £20. The castle lies about 30 km southwest of Durham, near Staindrop. It is best reached by car, and it can be combined with a visit to the Bowes Museum on the same day.
Opening hours
Approx. Apr–Oct, Wed–Sun 10:00–16:30
Nearby sights
- Hamsterley Forest
- The Bowes Museum
- Kynren – An Epic Tale of England
- Auckland Castle
- Locomotion – National Railway Museum Shildon
- Oriental Museum
- Durham University Botanic Garden
- River Wear Riverbanks & Prebends Bridge