Leeds Castle

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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. Other attractions include: Knight's Realm playground, Castle Craft cafe, Children's turf maze, Maze, Grotto, Pay and play golf course, Dog collar museum, Falconry, Bird Aviary, Special Events, Gardens, Vineyard, Gift shops, Restaurant and Cafe. Castle Opens 10.30am. Grounds Open at 10am. Apr-Sep: Last admission 4.30pm. Gates close at 6pm. Oct to Mar: Last admission 3pm. Gates close at 5pm

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Arial view of Leeds Castle
Extensive gardens
© Chris Ashton
Leeds Castle
© Chris Ashton

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Special Events: 2010/11 EVENTS - Key to the Castle tickets valid at all events: - Half Term through the Ages (15 - 21 February) - Spring into Easter (2 - 5 April) - Tulip Fever (20 - 27 April) - Home and Garden Weekend (22 & 23 May) - Jousting at the Field of the Cloth of Gold (1 - 6 June) - Classic Cars and More! (14 & 15 August) - Jousting with Robin Hood (18 & 19 September) - Autumn Glory Flower Festival (6 - 10 October) - Halloween at the Castle (23 - 29 October) - Festive Fair (20 & 21 Nov) - Christmas at the Castle (6 - 24 December) - The Christmas Trail (26 Dec - 3 Jan 2011) - Henrys Horrid History (14 Feb - 20 Feb 2011)
Special Events: 2010/11 TICKETED EVENTS - Key to the Castle tickets not valid: - Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice on the Lawn (10-13 June) - The Leeds Castle Open Air Classical Concert (3 July) - Little Big Club Concert (4 July) - Shakespeare on the Lawn - The Tempest (30 & 31 July) - Leeds Castle Fireworks Spectacular (6 & 7 November)
Restaurant/Dining: Cafe / Coffee Shop
Operating Times: 7 Days/Week
Site Description: Museum
Site Facilities: Shop / Kiosk