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ELSIE THE CASTLE TRAIN

BUY ADMISSION TICKETS

tRAVEL ACROSS LEEDS CASTLE IN STYLE

Children and adults alike will enjoy riding on Elsie the Castle Train from the main entrance up to the Castle.

April – September: Daily from 10am to 5.15pm
October – March: Daily from 10am to 4.30pm (closed in icy conditions).

Adults £1.50 (each way)
Children £1 (each way)
Under 3s FREE

Card payments only. Tickets can be purchased from the Ticket Office, Car Park Cafe, Stable Yard Kiosks or any of our retail outlets.

We also offer a complimentary transport service for the less mobile.

BUY ADMISSION TICKETS

Ticket type	Online	Onsite	Quantity
Explorer Adult (16+) £Online: 30.00 Onsite: 35.00	£30.00	35.00
Ultimate Explorer Adult (16+) £Online: 40.00 Onsite: 45.00	£40.00	45.00
Explorer Child (3 to 15 years) £Online: 5.00 Onsite: 25.00	£5.00	25.00
Ultimate Explorer Child (3 to 15 years) £Online: 30.00 Onsite: 32.50	£30.00	32.50
Explorer Adult Disabled + Carer £Online: 27.00 Onsite: 32.00	£27.00	32.00
Ultimate Explorer Adult Disabled + Carer £Online: 37.00 Onsite: 42.00	£37.00	42.00
Explorer Child Disabled + Carer £Online: 20.00 Onsite: 22.00	£20.00	22.00
Ultimate Explorer Child Disabled + Carer £Online: 27.50 Onsite: 29.50	£27.50	29.50
Explorer Family £ Onsite: 49.00	£	49.00
Ultimate Explorer Family £ Onsite: 78.00	£	78.00

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Elsie the Castle Train

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What’s on

Something for everyone 364 days a year

Family Adventures

Make memories at our Knights’ Glamping
Challenge each other to a game of adventure golf
Explore over 500 acres of grounds rich with marvellous wildlife

Garden Discovery

Watch the world pass by in the fragrant Culpeper Gardens
Embark on expert garden tours across the grounds and parkland
Stay the night in our cosy Stable Courtyard

Group Visits

Something for all groups and all interests
Memorable and exciting experiences from the moment groups arrive
Delicious food outlets, riveting history, and unique attractions

History Enthusiasts

Step into the glamorous 1930s house parties of Lady Baillie
Immerse yourself in the stories of our six medieval queens
Extend your stay in our 16th century Maiden’s Tower

Peaceful Escapes

Choose one of our self-guided walks to discover our seasonal parklands
Look out for the viewing points which perfectly frame the Castle
Set your own pace and enjoy the wildlife in its natural setting

Romantic Getaways

Relax in a serene Holiday Cottage escape
Stroll through the sun-drenched Lady Baillie Terraces
Enjoy a candle lit dinner overlooking the Castle

School Trips

Themed workshops and visits to excite and stimulate pupils
Take pleasure in our sessions tailored to the national curriculum
Fun-filled itineraries to learn there’s more to Leeds Castle than meets the eye

Thrilling Experiences

Explore the estate in style on Elsie the Castle Train or the Black Swan Ferry
Uncover decades of history in our Dog Collar Museum
Get lost in the Maze before descending to our underground mythical Grotto

Wildlife Wonders

Look out for the tweeting birds flying from tree to tree
Watch as the wildlife glide peacefully across the Moat and Great Water
Visit every season to witness new animals claiming Leeds Castle as their home