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Leeds Castle

Up to 200
Moderate, Modest, Top End

About Leeds Castle

Located near Maidstone, Kent, Leeds Castle sets an unforgettable backdrop for a variety of corporate events, from meetings and conferences to team building and away days. With an expansive over 550-acre estate filled with seasonal gardens and grounds, as well as unique on-site accommodation options, Leeds Castle is a unique destination offering a picturesque setting that will leave a lasting impression on your delegates and guests.

A diverse collection of venues across the estate includes historic meeting spaces and private manor houses, as well as contemporary event venues and picturesque outdoor settings. That makes Leeds Castle a fantastic place to host board meetings, conferences, corporate dinners, team-building retreats or large-scale celebrations. Each venue combines character, flexibility and modern facilities with the unforgettable backdrop of the Castle and surrounding parkland.

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. 

Whether you’re looking for a space for team building activities, decision-making meetings, or simply seeking inspiration, Leeds Castle can cater to all your business event needs.

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

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Delegates/Guests
Up to 200
Venue Hire Cost
Moderate, Modest, Top End
Event Type
Conference, Meeting rooms
Venue Type
Country house, Hotel, Restaurant
Venue Style
Cool, Corporate, Creative, Fun, Historic, Traditional

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Special offers for Leeds Castle

Offer

20% Off Private Dining

Expires on 31 December, 2026

20% off private dining package bookings taking place before the end of August 2027

Videos and 360 tours

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Leeds Castle

Leeds Castle Rooms

The Castle

120
Standing
120
Banquet

Host your private event inside the historic Leeds Castle, with exclusive use of the Library, Dining Room, Grand Salon*, Drawing Rooms, and Entertainment Room. For Friday and Saturday bookings, enjoy the added luxury of ten beautifully appointed bedrooms, complete with breakfast, allowing you and your guests to fully relax and extend the celebration. With dedicated event support and attentive staff, every detail is taken care of, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for you and your guests.

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Fairfax Barn

Fairfax Barn

200
Standing
180
Banquet

Celebrate in the Fairfax Barn, a beautifully restored 17th-century venue that offers both space and character in the heart of the Leeds Castle estate. With exclusive use of the barn and adjoining Terrace Room, it’s perfectly suited for large dinners, lively receptions, and evenings of music and dancing. Ten Stable Courtyard bedrooms with breakfast are included in the package, giving guests the opportunity to relax and make the most of the occasion. With dedicated event support and attentive staff, every detail is carefully managed to ensure an unforgettable celebration.

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Battel Hall

16
Meeting
16
Banquet

Exclusive use of this large country manor house – Battel House is perfect for reunions, large family holidays, anniversaries, or any excuse to host a special celebration for you and your friends. Built in the early 14th century as a medieval hall-house, Battel Hall is a fine example of local Kentish architecture of the Middle Ages. This large and comfortable home, full of character and distinctive features, is available for exclusive private hire. Make this wonderful house your own for a special weekend or holiday. Relax in the beautiful wood-panelled dining room, then move on to the drawing room or library, both wonderfully traditional rooms for entertaining. Upstairs, five luxurious en-suite guest bedrooms offer stunning views of the gardens, the North Downs, and glimpses of Leeds Castle. Battel Hall is a venue for all seasons, with cosy sofas and open fires to warm the winter nights. In the spring and summer months, a beautiful 100-year-old wisteria conceals the exterior walls with perfumed blooms. Doors from the Library lead onto charming, extensive gardens and woodland areas, ideal for open-air drinks, high tea, and croquet. The Grade II listed Battel Oast sits adjacent to Battel Hall and offers a further two bedrooms with a dining area, kitchen, and its own bathroom.

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Maiden's Tower

100
Standing
80
Banquet

Host a private event in the elegant Maiden’s Tower on Castle Island, a venue full of historic charm and refined style. With exclusive use of the Maiden’s Tower and its private garden, and five luxurious en-suite bedrooms included, you and your guests can relax and enjoy a seamless, unforgettable celebration. With dedicated event support and attentive staff, every detail is carefully managed to ensure your special occasion is truly memorable.

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The Gatehouse

40
Banquet

Celebrate in the Gatehouse, an intimate and characterful venue on the Leeds Castle estate. With exclusive use of its elegant dining room and welcoming reception space, it’s the perfect choice for smaller gatherings and private dinners. With support from our experienced coordinators and attentive staff, every detail is taken care of, ensuring a seamless and memorable occasion for you and your guests.

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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.

Is there parking on site?

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

Does Leeds Castle have AV equipment available for events?

Yes

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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