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A Visit to Leeds Castle
Leeds Castle is one of the most beautiful castles in England and is often
referred to as 'the loveliest castle in the World'. Leeds Castle has a chequered
history which moves from its construction as an earthwork enclosure with wooden
pallisades to a Motte and Bailey castle in the style of a Donjon by William the
Conqueror to a fortified stone fortress built by King Edward I. The original
wooden castle was replaced by a fortified stone castle in 1119. An important
feature of Leeds Castle is its access to the River Len. The decline of the feudal
system saw castles built as fortified strongholds were no longer owned by feudal
lords (this was seen as a risk to the monarchy). At this point in history King
Henry VIII converted the castle into a Royal palace.
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Completed: |
15 October 2005 |
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Distance: |
100 miles approx
from Portsmouth - take the A3 out of Portsmouth, then M25, M26 & M20
exiting at junction 8 |
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Weather: |
Sunny & bright
after early morning fog |
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Time: |
6¼ hours - all
photographs taken between 10:00 & 16:15 |
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Terrain: |
Goods paths |
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Easy - although the castle is
some distance from the car park (there is a 'Dotto Train' for
those so inclined) |
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Parking: |
Park at Leeds
Castle TQ 831-524 |
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Nearest Towns: |
Maidstone, Kent |
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Refreshments: |
Various within the castle
complex |
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Toilets: |
Toilets
are available in the castle |
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Transport: |
Car |
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Walks: |
WightCAM -
Walking the Wight |
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