Leeds Castle is located in Kent, which is about an hour's drive from London. There are also regular trains from London to nearby stations, including Maidstone and Bearsted, where you can catch a bus or taxi to the castle.

General Leeds Castle opening times:

• The Castle: 10:30am to 5:30pm | Last entry 5pm
• Grounds and Gardens: 10am to 6pm | Last entry 4:30pm

Leeds Castle has a range of attractions, including the castle itself, beautiful gardens, a maze, a golf course, and a falconry display. Visitors can also take a boat ride on the castle's moat or attend one of the many events and exhibitions held throughout the year.

Yes, Leeds Castle is a great destination for families with children. There are plenty of activities and attractions that will keep kids entertained, including the playground, the maze, and the falconry display. The castle also hosts special events and activities for children throughout the year.

Assistance dogs are allowed, however, due to the abundance of wildfowl wandering freely across the estate, we regret that other dogs cannot be admitted.

Leeds Castle admission tickets are valid for 12 months from the day you select when booking. You do not necessarily need to visit on the day you select, but your ticket will be valid from that day onwards and you can visit any day thereafter (excluding estate closures).

Leeds Castle is a historic castle located in Kent, England. It has a rich history dating back over 900 years and has served as a royal palace for six medieval queens of England.

Leeds Castle is supposedly named after a 9th-century Saxon nobleman named Ledian, who built the original wooden fortress on the site around 857 AD.

Other sources suggest that it is named after "Esledes", which possibly refers to the name of a stream mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086.