Leeds Castle

Type:Wedding Reception Venues

Maidstone

Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1PL

Tel: +44 01622 767863

Get Married at Leeds Castle, Kent

About

Leeds Castle offers a truly iconic English countryside wedding setting, combining over 900 years of history, breathtaking scenery and exceptional hospitality. Set in the heart of Kent, the estate features a choice of stunning ceremony and reception spaces, from the historic Castle and elegant Maiden’s Tower to the rustic Fairfax Barn and romantic outdoor locations on the Castle Island and Pavilion Lawn.

Couples and their guests can enjoy a wide range of on-site accommodation, including luxurious state rooms within the Castle, charming manor house bedrooms, cosy courtyard rooms, picturesque cottages and Lakeside Lodges, allowing everyone to stay and celebrate in one beautiful setting.

With exclusive-use options, bespoke wedding packages and a dedicated team of experienced coordinators, Leeds Castle provides a seamless, personalised experience, supported by a trusted network of professional suppliers to ensure every detail is beautifully delivered.

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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled persons toilet
  • Induction Loop System
  • No dogs (Guide dogs accepted)
  • Wheelchair user accessible

Catering

  • Banqueting
  • BBQs for visitors use
  • Cafe
  • Catering Provided
  • Full liquor licence
  • Kitchen Facilities
  • Lunch available, table service
  • Outdoor eating area
  • Permits Clients own Caterers
  • Refreshments Available
  • Special diets catered for
  • Vegetarians catered for
  • Vending Facilities

Children & Infants

  • Children's Meals

Establishment Features

  • Accessibility for Unloading
  • Business Services
  • Cloakroom
  • Faxing facilities
  • Flipcharts Available
  • Garden / Grounds for visitors use
  • In House Audio Visual Technicians
  • Licensed for alcohol
  • Licensed for weddings & ceremonies
  • Marquee Space Available
  • Microphones
  • Natural Daylight
  • No Pets
  • No smoking in dining area
  • On Site Accommodation
  • Open all year round
  • Open Christmas
  • Open New Year
  • Open on bank holidays
  • Overhead Projector
  • Permit external audio visual technicians
  • Photocopier
  • Private Bar
  • Public Telephone
  • Team / Corporate Activities
  • TV & Video Available
  • Wireless Internet Access

Languages spoken

  • French spoken
  • German spoken

Parking & Transport

  • Coach parking
  • Free parking
  • Off-road parking
  • On Site Car Parking
  • Railway station within 5 miles

Payment Methods

  • American Express
  • Delta
  • Maestro
  • MasterCard
  • Visa

Provider Preferences

  • Countryside Setting

Specialist Features

  • Information Point

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

Located near Maidstone just off Juction 8 of the M20 between London and the Channel ports - clearly signposted from the motorway with brown tourist signs. One hour's drive from London, 25 miles from the Eurotunnel terminal at Folkestone and 38 miles from the port of Dover.

Public Transport Directions

From Bearsted station it is 3 miles to Leeds Castle and Gardens.

Awards

  • Tourism South East Award -Tourism South East Member 26/27 - Gold Tourism South East Member 26/27 - Gold 2026

Opening Times

Open Christmas
Open New Year
2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

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