Leeds Castle

Up to 200
Moderate, Modest, Top End

About Leeds Castle

Leeds Castle is a multi-faceted venue surrounded by 500 acres of parkland that offers a wide range of spaces, experiences and facilities: from B&B stays and glamping to hosting wedding receptions, conferences, celebrations and fine dining dinners. Whether you’re looking for a venue to host a corporate event or a special anniversary, Leeds Castle provides a stunning historical backdrop for any and all occasions.  

The Castle dining room is a grand and truly unique space that can host seminars, meetings, conferences and more. With its high ceilings, period fire place and large windows, as well as Aubusson tapestries and Chinese porcelain, this transportive space is sure to spark creativity, and impress clients if that’s your main goal. This room can seat 80 people theatre-style or 30 around one large table. For slightly smaller affairs, the Castle also houses a boardroom for up to 16 people which is perfect for meetings.   

The Maiden’s Tower, meanwhile, is a versatile space that can be used for product launches, formal meetings, conferences and presentations, while also boasting its own garden and on-site accommodation. Inside, the Tudor Dining Hall and Long Gallery are its two main spaces and can be hired for up to 80 for dinner or 100 for a drinks receptions. Day delegate, 24-hour delegate and summer BBQ packages are available in conjunction with The Maiden’s Tower. 

For the perfect party or celebration, take a look at The Fairfax Hall, an immaculately restored Kentish timber-framed barn with an outdoor terrace, stunning views and the capacity to host live bands and discos. With a maximum capacity of 180 guests, it’s a great option for wedding parties, although do note it’s only available in the evenings from 7pm. 

Leeds Castle comprises a huge variety of venue spaces which can be complemented with excellent food, special entertainment, organised activities and dedicated packages. Get in touch today to explore your options.  

Venue Facilities
Accommodation on site
Dance floor
Disability access
Exclusive Hire
Garden or courtyard
Garden or courtyard
Garden or courtyard
Golf course
Helipad
Late license
Parking
River or lake on site
Shared parties
Team building facilities
Video conferencing
Wifi available

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Delegates/Guests
Up to 200
Venue Hire Cost
Moderate, Modest, Top End
Venue Type
Conference centre, Country house, Hotel, Meeting room, Party venue, Restaurant, Restaurant
Venue Style
Cool, Corporate, Creative, Fun, Historic, On trend, Traditional

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Leeds Castle Events

FreeThe Queen's Joust
Event
The Queen's Joust

25 May 2024 until 27 May 2024

The Queen's Joust returns for another year of exhilarating displays of combat and action, elegant and unusual equestrian, and medieval living and feasting. For the first time ever, there will be two jousting events daily to ensure you catch all the excitement

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£57Leeds Castle Concet
Event
Leeds Castle Concet

13 Jul 2024

From classical masterpieces to contemporary hits, the Leeds Castle Concert promises an eclectic repertoire that will appeal to all music lovers. And if that’s not all, you will also get to experience the spectacular Spitfire fly-over and of course the mesmerising fireworks finale!

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£31.50Motors by the Moat
Event
Motors by the Moat

10 Aug 2024 until 11 Aug 2024

Watch in awe as the world-class ‘DJR’ freestyle Jet Ski team demonstrate backflips, spins and huge aerial tricks on the Castle’s moat! Powered with high horsepower engines to ensure an incredible performance.

With an array of enviable, glamourous and sleek cars there will also be a focus on cars from the 1970s, to evoke “my Dad had one of those!” memories, and to celebrate Leeds Castle Foundation being open to the public for 50 glorious years.

With a host of limited edition vehicles, modified cars, kit cars and American cars on display, this weekend event has something to offer everyone.

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FreeSublime Sculpture Trail
Event
Sublime Sculpture Trail

24 Aug 2024 until 06 Oct 2024

In celebration of 50 years as your Leeds Castle, we invite you to celebrate the grounds and gardens as you uncover the spectacular artworks at our Sublime Sculpture Trail, running from the 24th August to 6th October.

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£22.50Christmas Lights
Event
Christmas Lights

22 Nov 2024 until 01 Jan 2025

Be among the first to secure tickets to the magical Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle. Making its highly-anticipated return for a third year this November, we are thrilled to offer you priority access to tickets ahead of the general public sale on Friday 19th April 2024!

Illuminating the majestic Leeds Castle in Kent from Friday 22nd November 2024 to Wednesday 1st January 2025, new installations promises to set the stage for creating cherished memories to be made with family, friends and loved ones.

New for 2024, discover towering glowing reeds reaching into the night sky, giant colour-changing lilies shimmering and dancing on the lake, enchanting tunnels that gleam and sparkle and exquisitely illuminated trees casting a rainbow of hues into the sky.

Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family, including a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way. It’s a place where new traditions can be made, a place designed for picture-perfect gatherings. 

Grab a seasonal snack from one of the hand-picked street food vendors who bring an indulgent twist to tempting treats on offer. Complete your walk under the stars with a festive *spiced winter warmer, *hot chocolate or *toasted marshmallow and share it with someone special.

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Leeds Castle Rooms

The Castle

The Castle

54
Meeting
200
Standing
90
Banquet
126
Theatre

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Fairfax Hall

Fairfax Hall

200
Meeting
200
Standing
200
Banquet
200
Theatre

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Battel Hall

Battel Hall

14
Meeting
14
Banquet
14
Theatre

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Maiden

Maiden's Tower

80
Meeting
80
Banquet
80
Theatre

Gallery: 86 Hall: 81

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Location

Maidstone, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1PL

01622 767855

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Testimonials For Leeds Castle

BPP Professional Education and University CoursesMAY, 2022

"BPP would highly recommend Leeds Castle as a corporate venue to entertain your business colleagues. It is such a grand, picturesque and stunning venue befitting for a lavish dinner and residential stay in an English castle! We found the staff approachable, professional and friendly which took any stress out of organising our dinner in November 2013. Each encounter with every member of staff was excellent and made us feel very welcome. From our initial enquiry, we received prompt responses and clear information covering off all possibilities. Every detail was taken care of for us on the day of our event and the excellent communication and attention to detail is something for the Castle to be proud of. The menus offered us a wide range of choices and the wine and food was beautifully presented. The catering team were extremely helpful in catering for the special dietary requirements in our party. We had to make some last minute changes on the evening but the staff took it all in their stride and it was no problem at all for them. Staying in the Castle’s state bedrooms was a wonderful end to our event. Thanks once again!"

BPP

research partnershipMAY, 2022

"Following a very successful business year, we wanted somewhere special to host our annual Directors Meeting and celebrate – Leeds Castle certainly delivered! Our party were treated like royalty – with exemplary service provided by all the staff who work there. The setting was magnificent and being able to stay overnight and enjoy a private tour of the castle felt like a huge privilege. After our meeting, we enjoyed a number of sporting activities, including archery, clay pigeon shooting, drumming and duck herding – which were all tremendous fun! The dining experience in Henry VIII’s banqueting suite in the evening was both delicious and delightful. The only downside – a rude awakening by some very noisy geese! In all seriousness, it was a very special two-day event, which will be remembered by Research Partnership’s management team for many years to come."

Matthew Newman, Research Director

Wind Power Renewable Solutions LtdJULY, 2021

"Thank you so much for the way in which you and your team made Quo Vadis Conference so special this year. Your team and everyone involved in Leeds Castle are absolutely amazing; the planning this year was so easy for us simply because of the professionalism of your staff.  We were wondering, do you send all of your staff on a customer care course? Because, even the security guards in their little huts were so courteous and friendly. We cannot thank you enough for making Quo Vadis so memorable for us and for everyone who attended."

Kevin Donovan, Director

AkzoNobel DECEMBER, 2020

"When we booked Leeds Castle as a venue for our Sales & Marketing conference we knew it would be special. We were looking for something different which would energise and stimulate our delegates. We were certainly not disappointed! The setting was magnificent and the food and organization was excellent. Last minute changes, including a doubling of the delegates, was dealt with in a professional and accommodating manner. All staff were efficient, courteous and very approachable. By the end of the conference, I felt I had made some new friends. This was a truly unique, wonderful and unforgettable experience. Nice job Leeds Castle!" 

Phil Fitton, Commercial Manager

Norwegian Cruise Line JULY, 2020

"I wanted to write to you to thank you for your help in pulling together our 'More than a Million' event this week, and the impeccable service we and our guests received throughout our stay.  Your team were fantastic, I'd particularly like to mention Liam the Butler, who took over every part of our evening arrangements and reassured me that he had everything under control. Everyone showed great flexibility with our changing rooming lists up to the event, and extra requests whilst there such as early breakfast for some guests, which was much appreciated and made our job so much easier. Our guests thoroughly enjoyed the tours of the castle, conducted by wonderful tour guides with such enthusiasm and knowledge.  Our guests, especially those from Continental Europe, were really 'wowed' by the classical English venue - it was the ideal setting for our VIP event.  Hopefully we will have occasion to work with you again soon."

Jill Tracey, Business Development & Sales Support


FAQs

Does Leeds Castle offer conferencing technology?

Yes, a range of audio-visual equipment including LCD screens, projectors and sound systems are available to use.

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Is there parking on site?

Yes, there is a car park on site which is free

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Does Leeds Castle have AV equipment available for events?

Yes

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Does Leeds Castle have accommodation on site?

Yes, you can stay in the Castle, Maiden's Tower, B&Bs, Holiday Cottages and Glamping.

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