Leeds Castle
Type:Castle / Fort
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5498 reviewsSet 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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Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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Family | Free |
Adult (16+) On-line - Explorer Ticket | £30.00 per ticket |
Adult (16+) On-line - Ultimate Explorer Ticket | £40.00 per ticket |
Adult (16+) On-site - Ultimate Explorer Ticket | £45.00 per ticket |
Adults (16+) On-site - Explorer Ticket | £35.00 per ticket |
Child - On-site (aged 3-15 years) Explorer Ticket | £25.00 per ticket |
Child (3-15 years) On-line - Explorer Ticket | £22.50 per ticket |
Child (3-15 years) On-site - Ultimate Explorer Tick | £32.50 per ticket |
Child (3-15 yrs) On-line Ultimate Explorer Ticket | £30.00 per ticket |
Infant (under 3) | Free |
All disabled tickets include one free carer
Group Rates: https://leeds-castle.com/experience/group-visits/
Learning and Schools: https://leeds-castle.com/learning-schools/
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.
Open New Year |
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2024 Opening (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) |
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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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