Leeds Castle Reviews

Leeds Castle, near Maidstone in Kent, is reputed to be the most beautiful castle in England. I'm not sure if I would agree with this statement as I think there are many beautiful castles in this lovely country, but it is certainly beautiful and well worth a visit. I have been fortunate enough to have visited Leeds castle 3 times within the past ...  Read the complete review

A lovely idyllic place to visit lurks not too far from London. From the M20/M25 junction you can get to this place in about half an hour without breaking the sound barrier. I'm a tad more fortunate as I can get to this place in around 5-10 minutes from where I live. Leeds castle is set in the heart of Kent. It's a ...  Read the complete review

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The History of the Castle ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Leeds Castle started out as a Saxon Manor but began transformation into a castle in 1119 by Robert de Crevecoeur - a descendant of one of William the Conqueror's lords. It grew to even dizzier heights when it switched ownership and became part of the royal ...  Read the complete review

Leeds Castle Leeds Castle is not in Leeds, which may come as a surprise to some people, but is near Maidstone in Kent. It is known as Leeds castle because way back in Saxon times it was The Manor house of Esledes which became a fortified castle in about 1119. The name Esledes became shortened in speech to Ledes which in turn became ...  Read the complete review

Leeds Castle Grand Firework Spectacular - Advantages: Good Display - Disadvantages: Overpriced Food, Took Hours To Exit Car Park, Too Many People

There is certainly lots to see at Leeds Castle, and it would make an excellent place to take a picnic in summer. The grounds are immaculately landscaped, with many beautiful old trees. The yew maze is fantastic: you really do get lost in it. The centre of the maze is raised up, so when you've reached it, you can watch smugly as others ...  Read the complete review

I saw lots of beautiful castles in different countries of the world but Leeds Castle is the most beautiful one have ever seen. As they say, Leeds Castle is the most romantic castle in England. It is located in south-east England. The castle is built on two islands in the river Len. You can enter every part of the castle. I think in ...  Read the complete review

Looking for something to do over the Bank Holiday weekend? Something which is still open to the public despite the foot and mouth restrictions? Suitable for the whole family, combining history, the outdoors, education, fun and also somewhat reminiscent of a fairy tale? If so, then Leeds Castle is certainly the place to come. Situated in ...  Read the complete review

Last summer, we spent one day at Leeds Castle. 'The Loveliest Castle in the World' - that's what they call themselves, but I can confirm that it is indeed one of the loveliest castles that I have ever been to. In fact, it is much more than just a castle. Leeds Castle is located in Kent, near Maidstone. The best way to get ...  Read the complete review