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Castle View Restaurant at Leeds Castle The oak-beamed setting of Castle View Restaurant offers delicious meals served in a relaxed atmosphere, enjoyed with spectacular views across the terrace to the magnificent Castle. During the day, take time out from exploring the Castle and grounds to enjoy a light lunch or delicious homemade meal from our seasonal menu. Choose from hot or cold dishes, bursting with flavour and variety or indulge in a choice of cakes and desserts, produced by our dedicated pastry team. A valid admission ticket is required to visit during opening hours. From 6.30pm the menu changes and the restaurant takes on a more intimate look and feel. Tables can be reserved for dinner offering unrivalled views of the Castle lit at night and the menu features daily specials, which showcase the Head Chef’s creativity and flair. We only use the finest local and seasonal ingredients at Castle View Restaurant. Parking is free and an entrance ticket to Leeds Castle is not required to dine in the evening. We can cater for all dietary requirements, please advise your waiter when seated if you have a special request. HISTORIC SETTING Leeds Castle has been a Norman stronghold, the private property of six of England’s medieval queens, a palace used by Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon, a Jacobean country house, a Georgian mansion and an elegant early 20th Century retreat. Today it is one of England’s most visited castles and one of Kent’s largest tourist attractions offering children’s playgrounds, a maze, falconry, punting, the world famous Dog Collar Collection and much more. DINNER BED & BREAKFAST Leeds Castle offers six historic self-catering holiday cottages, 17 four star bed and breakfast bedrooms, five luxury bedrooms in the 16th Century Maiden’s Tower and eight medieval glamping tents (April to September). For details on the latest dinner and bed and breakfast offers contact one of the accommodation team on 01622 767823 or visit www.leeds-castle.com/accommodation. DIRECTIONS Leeds Castle is located near Maidstone in Kent just off Junction 8 of the M20 and only one hour’s drive from London. Leeds Castle, Maidstone, ME17 1PL 01622 767777 [email protected] www.leeds-castle.com/restaurant leedscastleuk leedscastleuk leedscastleuk 11