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Book the Leeds Castle Sculpture Trail and don't miss out on one of the best events in Kent for 2025
Leeds Castle invites you to the enchanting Sculpture Safari from 23rd August to 5th October 2025, in celebration of their 50th anniversary.
Discover remarkable sculptures by local artists while exploring the magnificent grounds and gardens. This trail offers a unique adventure for families, with captivating artworks seamlessly integrated into the beautiful surroundings.
Don't miss the opportunity to create lasting memories with your family while celebrating art, nature, and the rich heritage of Leeds Castle. Join the golden anniversary festivities and be part of this special celebration!
This event is included with an admission ticket, which grants you access to Leeds Castle for an entire year.
Included in your ticket:
- Access to the Leeds Castle Sculpture Trail
- 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
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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.
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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.