Advantages: A truly lovely castle Disadvantages: Pricey entrance fee for one visit
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 Leeds. This castle has had a long and interesting history from this time forward. How to get there: By road: Junction ... ...castle) and then founded the Leeds Castle Foundation in 1974. The description in the guide book of Lady Baillie's restoration is, 'the interiors carry the indelible mark of Lady Baillie, who used the finest French architects and designers to create an elegant 20th century country retreat.' The Key to the Castle: Tickets are: Adults £15 Senior Citizens/Students/ visitors with disabilities £12.50 Children (4 - 15 yrs) £9.50 Wow I hear you exclaim that ...
catsholiday 08.01.2009 (05.07.2009)
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Advantages: Wonderful - not to be missed Disadvantages: none
...or evening out go to Leeds Castle. It is not in Leeds as one would suppose but in Maidstone, Kent.
During the Saxon times the area was called Esledes and the name Leeds came from that original name.
It is not just a castle for you to wander around and look at the antiquities; it is a castle that is - once seen never forgotten, whether that is for the Norman architecture, the surroundings or the wonderful event/s you may experience there.
I have ... ...it is run by the Leeds Castle Foundation.
There is absolutely so much to see and write about and this review could not possibly detail all the incredible sights and experiences we had, without just making it one long boring list. Therefore, I will take you through my trip with the in laws, who are in their seventies. We decided to go on a Sunday, we took a picnic as from my previous experience I knew the food was quite expensive.
We arrived fairly ...
teacherofhooch 01.08.2004
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Advantages: stunning, picturesque and will last an entire day out Disadvantages: You'll have to drive really
...For an excellent weekend trip Leeds Castle is a must see attraction.
For those who are wondering Leeds Castle is not in Leeds, West Yorkshire, but it is in the village of Leeds, Kent.
In around the Saxon period the area was called Esledes and the name Leeds developed from that.
There is precious little to add from the exceptional other review of "teacherofhooch".
So I will fill in some gaps.
The castle itself includes a guided tour if required, ... ...adds to the appeal.
Leeds Castle is not just a castle, for older visitors and children you may wish to take a little trolley bus around the gardens. The site is many acres across and will take a good 10 minute walk from end to end.
The gardens are indeed full of many plants and bird life too near the water. You could waste half the day just walking around this.
The gardens and the open grass is a perfect place to stop for lunch, because that is ...
coleecip 11.04.2005 (03.04.2006)
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