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Get your tickets for The Queen's Joust at Leeds Castle, one of the most unique things to do this Bank Holiday
Experience an exhilarating bank holiday filled with combat, equestrian displays, and medieval festivities at Leeds Castle!
Witness thrilling jousting matches between England and France as knights compete for the coveted cup and the queen's honour. Cheer on your favourite knight as they gallop past and clash lances in epic battles on horseback. Don't miss the chance to witness history unfold with two jousting events each day at 1:00pm and 3:30pm.
Admission to Leeds Castle is included with this ticket. Book your Leeds Castle tickets today for the best price and prepare for one of the most unique days out this Bank Holiday.
The Full Timetable:
- Medieval Music & Dance - 10:30am, 2:00pm, 4:15pm (Encampment)
- Meet the Knights & Foot Combat - 11:15am (Main Arena)
- The First Joust - 1:00pm (Main Arena)
- Arming the Knights - 2:30pm (Encampment)
- The Second Joust - 3:30pm (Main Arena)
Plus 15th century trades and activities, including blacksmithing forge, medieval food and drink, coin-minting, tailors workshop, weaving and spinning - All day long!
Entry is included in your admission tickets, which grants you access to Leeds Castle for an entire year.
Included in your ticket:
- Access to the Queen's Joust
- General admission to Leeds Castle, granting you unlimited entry for a year
- Six trips on the Black Swan Ferry (seasonal) or Elsie the Castle Train
- One round of Adventure Golf
- An exhilarating programme of events
- Step into the 1930s in the beautiful Castle
- Enjoy thrilling children’s playgrounds and maze
- Spectacular birds of prey displays
- Stunning gardens and 500 acres of parkland
- Queens with Means cinematic experience
Location
How to find us
Address: Broomfield, Maidstone, ME17 1PL
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By car:
7 miles east of Maidstone, Junction 8 of the M20 motorway just 1 hour from London, 30 minutes from the Channel Tunnel and Channel Ports. Clearly sign posted from all routes – following the brown and white tourist signs.
By train:
We recommend travelling to Bearsted or Hollingbourne Station. Southeastern runs frequent services to and from Bearsted and a coach/taxi service run by Spot Travel is available from this station.
By bike:
National Cycle Route 17 follows the Pilgrims’ Way to the north of Leeds Castle so you can use this from the Maidstone or Ashford direction through the village of Hollingbourne. To the south National Cycle Route 177 is also a great way to travel to Leeds Castle.
More Info
How do I get to Leeds Castle?
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.
What are the Leeds Castle opening times?
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
What is there to do at Leeds Castle?
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.
Is Leeds Castle suitable for families with children?
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.
Can you bring your dog to Leeds Castle?
Assistance dogs are allowed, however, due to the abundance of wildfowl wandering freely across the estate, we regret that other dogs cannot be admitted.
How do the Leeds Castle annual passes work?
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).
Why is Leeds Castle so famous?
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.
Why is Leeds Castle called Leeds Castle?
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.