Description
Leeds Castle in Maidstone dates back over 900 years, and visitors can learn of its rich heritage, from early Norman life through 300 years of royal ownership to Henry VIII’s Tudor Palace and then into private hands. Gorgeous gardens, lakes, a maze, plus see falconry displays, visit playgrounds, an underground grotto, and lots more, including the Dog Collar Museum. They also host regular events throughout the year, including school holiday activities, jousting events, fireworks displays and festive attractions.
Click on events under the main image to see what's on at the castle.
Opening Hours
1st October to 20th November 2025
Grounds and Gardens
10am-5pm
Last entry 3pm
Castle
10.30am – 4.30pm
Last entry 4pm until 2nd November, then 2pm from 3rd November
Playgrounds, Maze & Bird of Prey Centre
10am-4pm
Adventure Golf
10am-4pm
Last round 3.30pm
21st November to 31st December 2025
10am-3.30pm
Last entry 2.30pm
Castle
10am-3.30pm
Last entry 2.30pm
Playgrounds, Maze & Bird of Prey Centre
10am-3pm
Adventure Golf
10am-3pm
Last round 2.30pm.
Price
Admission
Tickets are valid for one year from the date of issue
Online/At Gate
Explorer
Adult: £33/£36.50
Child - 3 to 15 years: £23.50/£26.50
Family: £83/£92.50
Child - Under 3 years: Free/Free
Visitor with Disability - Adult + Carer (Free): £28.50/£33.50
Visitor with Disability - Child + Carer (Free): £21/£23
Ultimate Explorer
Online/On The Door
Adult: £43.50/£47
Child - 3 to 15 years: £31.50/£34
Family: £109/£118.50
Child - Under 3 years: Free/Free
Visitor with Disability - Adult + Carer (Free): £39/£44
Visitor with Disability - Child + Carer (Free): £29/£31.
Some additional fees may apply to some attractions and events.
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Accessibility
There are approximately 45 metres of cobblestones across the drawbridge. Electric mobility scooters are not permitted in the Castle; however, wheelchairs are available at request. Between the Heraldry Room and the corridor to the main visitor route, there is a wheelchair lift, however, the upstairs rooms are not accessible to wheelchair users. The maze and underground grotto are also inaccessible for wheelchair users.
A fully accessible mobility bus is available near the ticket office, running regularly throughout the day. On special ticketed event days, the mobility bus will not be in operation. The castle is also part of the sunflower lanyard scheme.
Travel
The venue welcomes car-free visitors and offers 20% off entry if travelling by train, bus or bike. The offer can be redeemed at the Visitor Centre only.
Train
Bearsted & Hollingbourne.
Bus
13 Maidstone to Hollingbourne, Arriva no.13 bus from Maidstone to Hollingbourne.
Car
For Sat Navs use ME17 1RG.
Facilities
Shop • Cafe • Free Parking • Toilet • Disabled Toilet
🏰 Discover more History & Heritage attractions under our Art & Culture menu. Also, for family fun and more animal attractions in Kent, under our See Kent Kids category. Don't miss our features, including seasonal and school holiday round-ups under our Ideas & Inspiration for Kent section - including our Animal Experiences In Kent guide and our Top Unique Animal-Themed Stays in Kent article.
Picture Credit: © Leeds Castle Foundation.
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