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I'll inaugurate it talking about Leeds Castle, in Maidstone, Kent. Me and my new Japanese friends went there, luckily on a sunny day, and I have to admit the place is really picturesque. To our surprise, it was neatly decorated for Christmas, That made it even more special.
There is a path you have to follow that makes easy to visit all the area without getting lost over there. The castle is situated on the River Len bounded by a lake that makes a good environment for the animals that live there, most of them birds. Actually it's the first time ever I saw a real swan. The sights are lovely and we took lots of wonderful pictures, you can have a look at some of them I've uploaded in the bottom of the article.
The Castle was a Norman stronghold and after that it belonged to several Saxon Kings and Queens. Lady Baillie was the last who lived there until 1974 when she bequeathed the castle and 500-acre park to the Nation under the trusteeship of the charitable Leeds Castle Foundation.To know more about the castle you can visit the web:
How to go and entrance fee:
Maybe you will be interested to know about the ticket's price, I payed £17.50 with a student discount, but £19.75 is the general price. Once you get the entrance you receive a card that allows you to visit the castle for an year from that date on. I'm planning to go again in Summer specialy to see the gardens.
I hope you enjoyed the article and start planning your visit. I'd love to know your opinion experience ;)
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2 comments:
It sure looks like an amazing place! I'd love to visit it someday! A wonderful review, it makes waiting for the next one somewhat difficult now.
Lovely post. I need to visit there one day! :)
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