Uncover one of the most impressive intact castles in the North of England. Explore the beautiful parklands and meet our herds of red and fallow deer. Discover a NEW woodland hideaway playground at The Plotters' Forest. Raby Castle is surrounded by 200 acres of lush green parkland, where herds of red and fallow deer live wild. Explore the park and amble around the ponds to spot plenty of wildlife that inhabit this remarkable setting. If you’re feeling energetic, we also have a Woodland Adventure Playground for children and offer walking trails to explore the grounds and experience the spectacular views.