Chilham Castle Competitors

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Leeds Castle in Kent, "The Loveliest Castle in the World" Visitors never forget their first breath-taking vision of Leeds Castle in Kent, rising majestically from the moat as it has done for over 900 years. Set in 500 acres of tranquil parkland and formal gardens, Leeds Castle offers a wonderful experience for all who visit. Whether you are coming for a family day out to enjoy exciting events and year round attractions; for a corporate meeting or banquet, a wedding or perhaps to stay in the luxurious accommodation across the estate, Leeds Castle welcomes you all. Open year around and just one hour from London by car or train, Leeds Castle is one of the most iconic tourism and hospitality destinations in Kent.

"One of the top 10 buildings you must visit in your lifetime" The Telegraph, 2018 Open to the public since 1952, Castle Howard is a diverse working rural estate and visitor attraction just outside York. Built over 300 years ago for the Howard family it remains a family home and today is also an award winning Yorkshire visitor attraction welcoming almost 250,000 people a year to the house and gardens. A changing programme of events, two gift shops, a farm shop, garden centre and four cafés make up the visitor attraction. Wider estate businesses include farming, forestry, let property and a holiday park. It is also available for private hire for weddings and corporate functions.