Lovable duo Wallace & Gromit are in A Cracking Christmas Caper at  Leeds Castle in Maidstone this Noel., and where this lovable duo go, adventure is never far behind. The world-famous Leeds Castle Diamond has mysteriously vanished just before its grand Christmas unveiling. As a member of the newly recruited member of Wallace and Gromit's Anti-Theft-O Security team, visitors follow the investigation through the Castle's grand rooms and historic corridors. Piecing together clues and keeping a close eye on a rogues' gallery of familiar troublemakers, including Feathers McGraw, Preston, Piella Bakewell and Shaun and his flock, while solving the diamonds' disappearance. With live performers on weekends and in school holidays, photo opportunities and surprises along the way, it's a festive family day out that's included with your daytime admission ticket.
Please note: Some attractions and events, such as character visits, are at selected times and on certain dates. There are also additional fees for their  Father Christmas and Christmas Lights events.

Prices
Included with Leeds Castle daytime admission
Carers: One free carer per disabled visitor
Explorer Ticket
In Advance/At Gate
Adult: £34.50 | £38.50
Child - 3 to 15 years: £24.50 | £28
Child - under 3 years: Free
Family:  £87 | £97.50
Ultimate Explorer Ticket
In Advance/At Gate
Adult: £45.50 | £49.50
Child - 3 to 15 years: £33 | £36
Child - under 3 years: Free
Family: £114.50 | £125.50
Parking: Free.

Booking Highlights
🎟️ Pay once and visit all year - admission tickets are valid for 12 months. Car-free visitors get 20% off entry - redeemable at the Visitor Centre.

Dates & Times
21st November 2026 to 3rd January 2027
The Castle: 10.30am to 3pm (last entry 2.30pm)
Grounds and Gardens: 10am to 3.30pm
Playgrounds, Maze & Beach: 10am to 3pm
Bird of Prey Centre: 10am to 3pm
Adventure Golf: 10am to 3pm (last round 2.30pm)
Live performers: Weekends and school holidays
Closed Christmas Day.

Good To Know
Last entry 2.30pm.

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Self-led through the Castle at your own pace.

📍 Leeds Castle Visitor Details
Check out our main listing for Leeds Castle in Maidstone for more visitor info, including accessibility and parking. For more adventures at Leeds Castle, click the Events button under the listing's main image - including our listings for Father Christmas at Leeds Castle (separate ticket) or the evening Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle trail (also a separate ticket).

⭐ Ready to book Leeds Castle's Wallace & Gromit – A Cracking Christmas Caper? Click on the Website link above to go directly to the venue's booking page ⭐

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Love a bit of festive magic? Explore our Christmas in Kent guides, or our Seasonal category for all our Christmas listings.

Picture Credit: © Leeds Castle Foundation.

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