🇬🇧 Leeds Castle | The "Castle of Queens" - A Fairytale Escape

✨ Where 900 years of royal history meets storybook charm! 🏰 The Castle of Six Queens 📍 Maidstone, Kent (Yes, it's "Leeds" Castle but not in Leeds!) 📜 Built in 857 AD, this Norman-style island castle was gifted by kings to their queens for centuries. Explore: The Banqueting Hall: Henry VIII’s party spot 👑, with Tudor portraits and French tapestries. Dog Collar Museum: 400 years of fancy pet fashion 🐕. The Baillie Garden: A Mediterranean-style oasis with rare black swans and exotic birds. 🌿 Must-See Gardens 🌷 The Yew Maze: 2,400 trees = 30 mins to conquer! Find the secret underground stone tunnel exit. 🦚 Bird Sanctuary: 100+ exotic species (thanks to Lady Baillie’s obsession!). ☕ Royal Treats 🍰 Afternoon Tea: Served in the castle (book ahead!). 🎆 Seasonal Magic: November fireworks + Christmas lights! ℹ️ Practical Info 🎟️ Tickets: £30 (adults), £22.50 (kids) – valid for a year! ⏰ Hours: Summer 10:30-18:00 | Winter 10:30-17:00 🚗 From London: 1hr drive or train to Bearsted + taxi. #LeedsCastle #UKHiddenGems #BritishHistory #CastleLovers 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿