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Leeds Castle
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Leeds Castle in Kent is built on two islands in a lake. It was originally built as a royal manor in AD 857, but from 1278 onwards was used as a royal palace by King Edward I. Over the centuries, the castle has been home to six Medieval Queens of England. It was also home to Henry VIII and is full of many fine arts, furnishings and tapestries from its illustrious past. The castle was sold to Lady Baillie in 1926 who transformed the interior, filling it with fine furniture, tapestries and paintings. The castle is also famous for its Aviary, which is home to many birds including black swans and was built as a memorial to Lady Baillie, opening in 1988. The castle’s grounds are also spectacular and include the Maze, Wood Garden, Vineyard and Culpeper Garden.
Air: London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport. Rail: Train: Bearsted Station (from London Victoria Station) and then connect with a coach service. Road: Coach: Public services.
Contact Addresses
Leeds Castle Enterprises Limited, Leeds Castle, Leeds, Maidstone, Kent ME17 1PL, UK
Tel: (01622) 765 400
Website: www.leeds-castle.com
Location
United Kingdom
Air: London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport. Rail: Train: Bearsted Station (from London Victoria Station) and then connect with a coach service. Road: Coach: Public services.
Contact Addresses
Tel: (01622) 765 400
Website: www.leeds-castle.com
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