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Leeds Castle
Type:Castle / Fort
Leeds, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1PL
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Set in 500 acres of Kentish parkland, Leeds Castle has been a Norman stronghold; the private property of six of England’s medieval queens; a palace used by Henry VIII and his first wife Catherine of Aragon; a Jacobean country house; a Georgian mansion; an elegant early 20th century retreat for the influential and famous; and in the 21st century, it has become one of the most visited historic buildings in Britain. The Castle’s last private owner, Lady Baillie, bought the Castle in 1926 and transformed it into an elegant setting for glorious weekend parties. Sir Winston Churchill, Charlie Chaplin and John F. Kennedy are amongst the roll-call of many other influential guests who enjoyed Lady Baillie’s hospitality during this time.
All admission tickets last 12 months, meaning you can visit as many times as you like for up to one year. Visitors can also enjoy many attractions and events, including the Adventure Golf and Knight’s Stronghold Playground alongside falconry, stunning gardens and maze and grotto.
Leeds Castle also offers holiday cottages, bed and breakfast rooms on the grounds, medieval glamping, an extravagant manor house and the opportunity to stay in the luxurious Castle bedrooms or Maiden’s Tower as part of a private event or wedding celebrations.
Leeds Castle is located near Maidstone in Kent just off Junction 8 of the M20 and only one hour’s drive from London.
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Other Great Things at Leeds Castle
You can book a stay the have cottages and bed and breakfast rooms.
Leeds Castle is also a great place to book a meeting or your wedding, so please click through if these are of interest to you.
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Additional Child (when booked with a family ticket | £21.00 per ticket |
| Adults | from £29.00 to £32.00 per ticket |
| Children (aged 3-15 years) | from £21.00 to £24.00 per ticket |
| Family (1 Adult and up to 3 children) | from £70.00 to £76.00 per ticket |
| Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) | from £99.00 to £106.00 per ticket |
| Infant | Free |
| Senior Citizens (aged 65+) | from £28.00 to £31.00 per ticket |
| Student | from £28.00 to £31.00 per ticket |
| Visitor with disability - Adult + Free Carer | from £27.00 to £29.00 per ticket |
| Visitor with disability - Child (3-15) + Free Care | from £19.00 to £21.00 per ticket |
Group Rates can be found https://www.leeds-castle.com/Visit/Groups/
Education Rates cn be found https://www.leeds-castle.com/Visit/Education/Educational+Rates/
Family Easter Quest at Leeds CastleThis Easter, you are invited to join Lady Baillie’s dogs, Danny and Boots, her beloved Great Danes, on an egg-citing Easter Quest through the great outdoors as they hunt for their favourite treats!*
King Charles III's Coronation House PartyTake your place at our King Charles III’s Coronation House Party on Sunday 7th May 2023 as we celebrate the coronation.
The Queen's JoustJoin us for a bank holiday of exhilarating displays of combat and action, elegant and unusual equestrian, and medieval living and feasting.
Gasp at the first crash of lances, cheer as your favourite knight gallops past, and watch as England and France not only battle for the coveted cup, but more…
Leeds Castle ConcertLeeds Castle will once again play host to a spectacular open-air concert, bringing
together world-class music and famous performers, before a spectacular Spitfire
fly-over from the Aero Legends Stable and fireworks finale!
This iconic event is a highlight of the summer season, set in Leeds…
Leeds Castle's Design MonthLeeds Castle was designed to impress, stand out and be memorable.
This September, join us for a month of behind-the-scenes tours, unique design-led workshops, and many other exciting activities that will have you revelling about our dreamy design month until next year’s event.
Stay tuned for…
Sculptures at Leeds CastleDesign Month at Leeds Castle celebrates the impeccable tastes of Lady Olive Baillie who harnessed the beauty in the designs of the gardens and created tranquillity in the woodland walks.
As part of Design Month, our popular Sculpture Trail has returned and we invite you to take a leisurely stroll…
7 miles east of Maidstone, Junction 8 of the M20 motorway just 1 hour from London, 30 minutes from the Channel Tunnel and Channel Ports. Clearly sign posted from all routes - following the brown and white tourist signs.
Car parking at Leeds Castle is FREE.
Southeastern run frequent services to and from Bearsted and a coach shuttle service run by Spot Travel is available from the station from April to September.
Nuventure no.13 bus from Maidstone to Hollingbourne.
Arriva no.13 bus from Maidstone to Hollingbourne.
Leeds Castle is just 25 miles from the Eurotunnel terminal in Folkestone and 38 miles from the port of Dover.
We're Good to Go 2020
WTTC Safe Travels 2021| Open New Year |
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| 2023 Opening (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023) |
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* Apr-Sept: Grounds Open 10am-6pm. Last Ticket sold 4.30pm. Castle open 10.30am-5.30pm. Last entry to Castle 5pm.
Oct-Mar: Grounds Open 10am-5pm. Last Ticket sold 3.00pm. Castle open 10.30am-4.00pm. Last entry to Castle 3.30pm.
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