Leeds Castle and Gardens
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Awards
- Visit Britain Awards Code of Practice 2008
- Green Tourism Business Scheme Green Tourism Business Scheme Awaiting Grading 2007
Listed in the Domesday Book and originally the site of a manor for the Saxon royal family, Leeds Castle has been a Norman stronghold, royal residence for 6 of the medieval Queens of England, palace of Henry VIII and a 1920s country retreat. The Castle's last private owner, Lady Baillie, lovingly restored the Castle to its former glory and founded the Leeds Castle Foundation in 1974, a charitable trust.
Today visitors can journey through 1000 years of fascinating history as they explore the castle, a treasure house of furnishings, paintings, tapestries and antiques. Plus 500 acres of parkland, gardens and attractions which include a maze, underground grotto,dog collar museum, falconry displays and aviary. home to over 100 rare and endangered species of birds, guarantee a great day out.
Opening Times
Open All Year
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Adult | from £13.50 to £14.00 per ticket |
| Concession | £11.00 |
| Child | from £8.00 to £8.50 per ticket |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Ticket Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Adult | from £13.50 to £14.00 per ticket |
| Concession | £11.00 |
| Child | from £8.00 to £8.50 per ticket |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
From the M20: Located 7 miles east of Maidstone, off the M20 at jct 8, midway between London and the Channel Ports. The main entrance is on the B2163. Signposted.
Public Transport Directions
From Bearsted station it is 3 miles to Leeds Castle and Gardens.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
- Smoking Some Areas
Accessibility
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Induction loop available
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Audio tour can be collected from the Dog Collar Museum.
- Facility for service dogs
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- On-Site cafe/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 03:00
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Delta accepted
- Euros accepted
- Groups Accepted - Although pre-booking is not essential, it is advisable.
- Maestro Accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Min group size - 15
- Open by appointment outside normal opening times
- Special group rates
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Languages spoken
- Dutch spoken
- French spoken
- German spoken
- Spanish spoken
Audio Commentary in Foreign Languages
- French audio guide
- German audio guide
- Japanese audio guide
- Spanish audio guide
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Dutch printed material
- French printed material
- German printed material
- Italian printed material
- Japanese printed material
- Russian printed material
- Spanish printed material
