Trains to Barnard Castle
The nearest station to Barnard Castle is Bishop Auckland, which is served by trains to and from Darlington and Middlesbrough. Once you exit the station, take the X1 service to the town hall and then change to either the X75 or X76 Arriva service, which runs directly to the site. The journey takes approximately an hour and a half.
A visit to Barnard Castle will transport you back in time - it's a great way to spend a day with the family. Wander into the grounds of the castle or simply admire the imposing walls from afar.
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About Barnard Castle
The first thing to do at Barnard Castle, rather surprisingly, is to look in the opposite direction. Not that this historic site is lacking anything - far from it - but the views from its vantage point, high up on a rock above the River Tees, must be seen to be believed. Once you've taken in your surroundings, make your way to the ruins of the once-dominant castle and cast your eye over the striking remains of its imposing 12th-century architecture. The castle was once home to Richard III, and the more eagle-eyed visitors might be able to spot his famous boar emblem carved into one of the windows.
Take a gentle stroll around the stunning grounds, then recharge your batteries with a nice cup of tea from the castle's snack bar, or pitch up at one of the many picnic spots, either on the castle site itself or in its gardens and lawns.
Before you leave, make sure you visit the sprawling sensory garden, which is home to hundreds of scented plants and tactile objects for you to feel your way through as you get lost in the history of this truly magical place.
Departures and arrivals from Bishop Auckland
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| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Saltburn | Northern | 11:26 | 1 | On time |
| to Saltburn | Northern | 12:26 | 1 | On time |
| to Saltburn | Northern | 13:26 | 1 | On time |
| to Saltburn | Northern | 14:26 | On time | |
| to Saltburn | Northern | 15:26 | On time |
| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
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| from Saltburn | Northern | 11:20 | On time | |
| from Saltburn | Northern | 12:20 | On time | |
| from Saltburn | Northern | 13:20 | On time | |
| from Saltburn | Northern | 14:20 | On time | |
| from Saltburn | Northern | 15:21 | On time |