Historical Castle in MaidstoneKent One of The world Most Beautifull Castles With bags of History. Leeds Castle,set on two Islands on the River Len in the heart of Kent,has been home to Royalty,Lords and Ladies for over 1000 years. Situated about 6 miles southeast of Maidstone on the A20 Stands Leeds Castle situated on two Islands in a lake,Formed by the River Len.It has been described as The Loveliest Castle in The world.: While that claim might be open to debate.It is cerainly a Beautiful Building,Well worth seeing.Constructed in the Twelfth century to be an impregnable stronghold.It became Known as Lady'sCastle: because of who occupied it,Its Royal residents include Eleanor and Margret.The Wives of Edward I.Philippa of Hainhault,Wife of Edward III.Catherine De Valios,HenryV'sWife.Catherine of Aragon First (But not Last) wife of HenryVIII and Elizabeth I who was imprisoned here for a time before her coronation. The gatehouse with it's Barbican and drawbridge are the most fortress-like features of the Castle.The rest looks like what it was chiefly used for a residence. The caste still serves as a residence .Today but also used as a corporate conference Centre.
Jousting Tournament-- experience the thrill of jousting Knights on horseback and men at arms,featuring the sights and sounds of a genuine mediaevil tournament against the historic backdrop of the c...
Message from the Owner of Leeds Castle
I am pleased to be the new owner of Leeds Castle and welcome you all to visit this wonderfull Castle
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