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Raby Castle
Staindrop
Darlington

DL2 3AH

tel: 01833 660202
fax: 01833 660169

Area: Durham
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Raby Castle -- Durham
Visitor Information www.rabycastle.com -- email: admin {at} rabycastle.com

Raby Castle
Durham
All details updated* as of: 27/01/2011
Text-Only version here

Disabled information plus mobility and walking aids
 Opening Days and Hours

Easter: 23rd - 25th April 2011, 11am - 4.30pm
May, June & Sept; Sun - Wed; 11am - 5.30pm. (guided tours Monday to Wednesdays)
July & Aug Sun - Fri; 11am - 5.30pm
BH weekends also open Sat.

Parties / Coaches: Yes
Groups / Coaches need Appointment: Yes

House Open for Viewing: Yes
Castle: 13.00 to 16.30 (Last admission at 16.00 on Freeflow days, last tour at 15.45 on Tour days)

National Garden Scheme days: Yes
TBA
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To see:
 Admission Prices
House & garden £9.50, child £4, concessions £8.50, Family (2A + 3C) £25
Garden only £6, child 5-15yrs £2.50, concessions £5, Family (2A + 3C) £12.50
Under 5s are admitted free of charge to the Park and Gardens when accompanied by a paying adult. Full top up fee of £4.00 applies if children visit the Castle.
Guided tours only operate Monday to Wednesday every 30 minutes. Last admission at 16.00 on tour days
 Onsite Facilities
Parking: Yes
Lavatories: Yes
Disabled Access: Yes
Shop: No
Plants for Sale: No
Lunches: No
Teas: Yes
Light Refreshment: No
Picnics: No
Dogs Allowed: No
On Lead only: No
Special Events: No
Other Facilities:
 Garden Features
High Force Waterfall, one of the most spectacular waterfalls in England.
Deer Park
Traditional 18th century ornamental Walled Gardens, Yew Hedges, Trees, Plants and Ornaments from the 18th and 19th century
Coach House - collection of carriages and trappings.
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National Collection:
 Description of Garden
Designer:
 History of Garden
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