Rated as the loveliest castle in the world, the Leeds Castle is set in 500 acres of lush grounds. You can make an educational trip to this castle that will be filled with learning and fun activity.
This 9th century castle is actually built upon two islands in a lake. Six of England's medieval queens have used it as their official residence apart from Henry VIII who used it as his palace. This the best of Medievel construction you can come across.
William the Conqueror used Anglo-Saxon labourors to construct the Leeds Castle. He replaced the original wooden castle with one of fortified stone in 1119. The castle has access to the River Len. Leeds Castle occupies three islands that are surrounded by a beautiful artificial lake. King Henry VIII converted Leeds Castle into a Royal Palace. He retained these defences due to the risk of invasion from France and Spain.
Leeds Castle has a lot of appeal and attraction for tourists. If you are a dog lover, you would enjoy visiting the unique Museum on the Castle Island that features a collection of a very diverse kind - dog collars that date back to the sixteenth century. All these were actually used by the royal dogs and are part of the royal collection.
The aviary houses over 100 species of endangered birds, and also a duck house where the royal ducks live. The maze in the garden can keep you busy for half an hour or more. At the Culpeper and the Lady Baillie Garden you will find an amazing collection of flowers. You will also find a vineyard and a golf course in the grounds and gardens. You can relax with a cup of tea at the Wykeham Martin Tea Room or get a sandwich and a soft drink from one of the kiosks or if you are feeling really hungry try out the Fairfax Restaurant for a sumptuous meal.
Leeds Castle
Maidstone
Kent, ME17 1PL
Tel +44 (0) 1622 765400
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