Name: Raby Castle
Address: Staindrop, Darlington, DL2 3AH, GB
Telephone: 01833 660202
Rating: 4.6

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Raby Castle Parks & Walks

A 14th-century castle built by the Neville family at Staindrop near Darlington, one of the most complete medieval castles in the north of England. It is surrounded by a 200-acre deer park with red and fallow deer and walking routes, and five-acre walled gardens redesigned by Luciano Giubbilei, with an adventure playground, the Vinery Cafe and a shop.

★★★★★ 4.6 · Free

Why go here

✓Explore a medieval castle set within a sprawling deer park landscape
✓Walk through walled gardens and stop at the outdoor cafe with castle views

Dog-friendly info

✓Dogs must stay on leads in the parkland, walled garden, and outdoor café areas
✓Open spaces suit confident dogs; leads required mean nervous dogs stay secure
✓Bring water for your dog—the deer park offers long walks but few facilities

Address

Staindrop, Darlington, DL2 3AH

01833 660202

Hours

Mon–Sun10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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Location

Staindrop, Darlington, DL2 3AH

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