Leeds castle is one of only a few moated castles, surrounded by beautiful waters. Six medieval queens called it their home and it stands it ground since more than a thousand years. You may want to look out for the music festival season at Leeds Castle as for the magnificent setting.
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For hundreds of years the wealthy and mighty took refuge in this mighty bastion.
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In 1321 King Edward II's wife was not granted entry to the castle so he started an immediate siege attack.
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When planning your trip, don't confuse the village Leeds with the far away city Leeds.
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The castle still features a painting of Henry IV meeting Francis I in 1523.
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The castle's surrounding lake was created approximately 800 years ago and served as a defence.
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The castle was used as a prison during the English Civil War.
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The castle also offers an awesome maze where you can easily get lost in.
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Inside you can find a banqueting hall, a dining room, a library and a lot of other great rooms.