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, visit playgrounds, an underground grotto, take boat rides, and visit the Dog Collar Museum. They also host regular events throughout the year, including school holiday activities, jousting tournaments, fireworks displays, festive attractions and Christmas experiences.
There are also falconry displays and meet the keeper talks - see our Falconry Displays at Leeds Castle listing for full details.

What's On at Leeds Castle
Discover what's on at Leeds Castle by clicking on the events button underneath the main image.

Opening Hours
Dates & Times
1st January to 31st March
Grounds and Gardens
10am to 5pm | Last entry 3pm
The Castle
10.30am to 3:30pm | Last entry 3pm
1st April to 30th Sepember
Grounds and Gardens
10am to 5pm | Last entry 4pm
The Castle
10.30am to 5pm | Last entry 4:30pm.

Price
Admission
⭐ Tickets are valid for one year from the date of issue ⭐ 
Online/At Gate
Explorer
Adult: £34.50/£38.50
Child - 3 to 15 years: £24.50/£28
Family: £87/£97.50
Child - Under 3 years: Free/Free
Visitor with Disability - Adult + Carer (Free): £30/£35.50
Visitor with Disability - Child + Carer (Free): £22/£24.50
Ultimate Explorer*
Online/On The Door
Adult: £45.50/£49.50
Child - 3 to 15 years: £31.50/£34
Family: £114.50/£125.50
Child - Under 3 years: Free/Free
Visitor with Disability - Adult + Carer (Free): £41/£46
Visitor with Disability - Child + Carer (Free): £30.50/£33
Winter Midweek Day Visit- with lunch: £37.

Good To Know
Additional fees may apply to some attractions and events.

🎟️ BOOK TICKETS NOW AT THE OFFICIAL TICKET WEBSITE HERE or click the website button under the main image above  🎟️

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 to wheelchair users.
A fully accessible mobility bus is available near the ticket office and runs regularly throughout the day. On special ticketed event days, the mobility bus will not operate. The castle is also part of the sunflower lanyard scheme.

Travel
The venue welcomes car-free visitors and offers 20% off entry for those travelling by train, bus, or bike. The offer can be redeemed only at the Visitor Centre.

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

Picture Credit: © Leeds Castle Foundation.

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