What's New at Raby Castle for 2025
Raby Castle has reopened its medieval gates and is now welcoming visitors seven days a week for the first time in its history
'Last year’s development was a pivotal moment in Raby’s history, as the grounds and its best-kept secrets were opened up for even more people to enjoy and discover,’ says Claire Jones, head of leisure and tourism at Raby Estates. ’As Raby continues its role to support and encourage local tourism to the area, it feels like a natural progression for the castle itself to be open more frequently during its main season.
‘Lord and Lady Barnard are committed to providing visitors with more to see and do during their time with us here at Raby. Last year also saw the opening of the Housekeeper’s Sitting Room, a new room providing visitors with a virtual glimpse into its fascinating history before heading further into the castle. We hope the expanded schedule for 2025 provides people with greater opportunities to discover Raby’s incredible legacy.’
Ready to welcome visitors once again, the 14th century castle has gone through its winter maintenance and conservation programme with close attention paid to the preservation of its extensive collection of art, textiles and furniture which dates from the 17th to the 21st century.
The North East attraction has also expanded its selection of bespoke tours and workshops, from exploring the art of Raby Castle to learning more about the women of Raby – all of which are being led by Raby’s in-house team of specialists.
In celebration of another jam-packed season at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, the team have also created a new exhibition for visitors to enjoy.
Focusing on the legacy of Raby’s Walled Gardens, the exhibition tells the story of the gardens through time and explores the vision of generations of Raby’s owners who have made them what they are today. It also includes the recent remodelling of the five-acre space, which was led by renowned garden and landscape designer Luciano Giubbilei and Lady Barnard.
The addition will be available for all visitors with a gardens ticket and will be hosted in the beautiful conservatory within the Walled Gardens. Daily tickets are £22 for adults, £21 concession, £13 for children and £63 for a family to Raby Castle, Park and Gardens and are available alongside its membership option, providing access to all on offer at Raby Castle*.
The Raby Estate membership begins from £40 per year for children from four to 15-years-old, with family passes starting at £195 (for two adults and three children). Benefits include admission to Raby Castle, the Deer Park, Walled Gardens, The Plotters’ Forest and High Force Waterfall as well as 10 percent off at the Coach House shop, The Vinery and High Force Hotel.
For more information about Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, visit raby.co.uk/raby-castle.
*The membership excludes special events.
