Attraction | Squires’ Courtyard Playground

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Squires’ Courtyard Playground

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Younger children can climb turrets, swing across zip lines, play in the sand pits and plunge down the slides of the Squires’ Courtyard Playground at Leeds Castle.

Parents can relax and watch as their children play independently and in safety. All they need is lots of imagination for hours of fun!

Opening Times & key information

April to September:

10am to 5pm daily

October to March:

10am to 4pm daily

Good to know

Closed in wet and icy conditions

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Dog Collar Museum

Discover our unique collection of historic and fascinating dog collars

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Knights’ Stronghold Playground

A huge, exhilarating adventure playground with zip wires, turrets and space to run around

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Falconry Displays

Experience seasonal displays with impressive showcases from hawks, vultures, falcons and owls

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Bird of Prey Centre

Visit the Bird of Prey Centre to get up close and personal with these majestic birds

Black Swan Ferry

Take to the water and aboard our Black Swan Ferry as you voyage across the Great Water

Elsie the Castle Train

Enjoy a ride in style, as Elsie the Castle Train takes you from the main entrance to the Castle

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Castle Kids Obstacle Course

Get ready to climb and crawl through rope tunnels, under nets and swing across monkey bars

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The Castle

Glide into the exotic weekend house parties of Lady Olive Baillie

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The Maze & Grotto

Be the first to conquer the challenging maze before you head underground to the mythical grotto

Princess Alexandra Gardens

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The Princess Alexandra Gardens

Admire carpets of daffodils, narcissi, and anemones as vibrant pools of colour take over the gardens each season

Lady Baillie Gardens

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The Lady Baillie Mediterranean Garden Terraces

Relax and unwind in the sun or shade, admire the stone accents and architectural plants, take in the scents of herbs and fragrant florals

Culpeper Garden

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The Culpeper Garden

Explore the fragrant Culpeper Garden and enjoy the idyllic scenes as your wander through the avenues of blissful nature

Adventure Golf

Leeds Castle Adventure Golf

Challenge friends and family to our challenging adventure fold course with holes themed to the Castle

Leeds Castle Estate Map

Plan your visit, visit our estate map to discover everything there is to see and do

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Queens with Means

Immersive yourself in the world of Leeds Castle seven medieval and Tudor queens

Segway Tours at Leeds Castle

Experience a Segway Tour through the grounds of Leeds Castle

Go Ape at Leeds Castle

Go Ape at Leeds Castle

Go Ape Leeds Castle is home to three thrilling high ropes courses in Kent

What’s on

Something for everyone 364 days a year

Included with your admission ticket

Leeds Castle’s Official Horrible Histories Trail: A Measly Medieval Mission

27 May – 01 Jun 2025

Father’s Day

15 Jun 2025

Leeds Castle Concert

Leeds Castle Concert VIP Dining Package

12 Jul 2025

Leeds Castle concert

The Leeds Castle Concert

12 Jul 2025

Family Adventures at Leeds Castle

Bring the family together in a charming Holiday Cottage
Explore over 500 acres of grounds rich with marvellous wildlife
Challenge each other to a game of adventure golf

Garden Discovery

Watch the world pass by in the fragrant Culpeper Gardens
Embark on expert garden tours across the grounds and parkland
Stay the night in our cosy Stable Courtyard

History Enthusiasts

Step into the glamorous 1930s house parties of Lady Baillie
Immerse yourself in the stories of our six medieval queens
Extend your stay in our 16th century Maiden’s Tower

Peaceful Escapes

Choose one of our self-guided walks to discover our seasonal parklands
Look out for the viewing points which perfectly frame the Castle
Set your own pace and enjoy the wildlife in its natural setting

Romantic Getaways

Unwind in the tranquility of our Lakeside Lodges
Stroll through the sun-drenched Lady Baillie Terraces
Enjoy a candle lit dinner overlooking the Castle

jousting event at Leeds Castle

Thrilling Experiences

Explore the estate in style on Elsie the Castle Train or the Black Swan Ferry
Uncover decades of history in our Dog Collar Museum
Get lost in the Maze before descending to our underground mythical Grotto

Wildlife Wonders

Look out for the tweeting birds flying from tree to tree
Watch as the wildlife glide peacefully across the Moat and Great Water
Visit every season to witness new animals claiming Leeds Castle as their home