Get to the Bearsted Station for easy connectivity to Leeds Castle. There are frequent services to and from Bearsted and a coach shuttle service available from the station from April to September. A private service is also available between October and March.
Nuventure no.13 bus from Maidstone to Hollingbourne and Arriva no.13 bus from Maidstone to Hollingbourne will take you to Leeds Castle. The castle is around 25 miles from the Eurotunnel terminal in Folkestone and approximately 38 miles from the port of Dover.
Leeds Castle is just 1 hour from London and 30 minutes from the Channel Tunnel and Channel Ports. If you’re renting a car, getting to the castle is a cakewalk.
Visitor parking at Leeds Castle is free of cost. Although, the castle management cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage to vehicles while you are parked on site.
Leeds Castle is teeming with scrumptious food and drink options including Castle View Restaurant, Maze Café, Whistle Stop Café and Seasonal Kiosks. Castle View Restaurant, with a cosy, oak-beamed setting, serves delicious meals in a peaceful atmosphere along with breathtaking views of the magnificent castle. You can also enjoy a quaint afternoon tea in one of the castle's most luxurious staterooms, accompanied by a delicious menu of mouth-watering treats.
Always wanted a glamping experience? Leeds Castle offers you a rare opportunity to enjoy a glamorous camping holiday in the countryside. A comfortable four-poster bed, homely electric flame effect stove, clean bedding and snug furry throws, all await you in your glamping experience. For guests looking to experience lazy summer evenings outdoors and eating as Medieval knights, access to a cast iron griddle over an open fire pit is included in your package.
Get a royal treatment by staying at one of the historic cottages located around the expansive 500-acre estate. Surrounded by glorious natural beauty, the cottages are comfortable, charming, and a great reminder of our glorious past. Staying in the cottages allows you access to the grounds, castle and restaurants during the day. You can also explore the grounds in the evening after the gates have been closed for the day.
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Yes, Leeds Castle and its attractions like Playgrounds, Gardens, Adventure Golf, Maze, Bird of Prey Centre, Dog Collar Museum, Black Swan Ferry, Mobility Bus, Shops, Castle View Restaurant and Catering Kiosks are now open.
While Leeds Castle opening hours vary, the most common timings are 10AM to 6 PM.
July and September are generally considered to be the best time to visit Leeds Castle as there are plenty of family-themed activities going on.
Leeds Castle is just 25 miles from the Eurotunnel terminal in Folkestone and 38 miles from the port of Dover. You can drive to the castle, take a bus or train, or opt for a local sightseeing tour.
Some of the things you can do around Leeds Castle Kent include visiting The Culpeper Garden, Mote Park, Maidstone Museum, and more.