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Leeds Castle |
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Leeds
Castle, which is set in 500 acres of parkland with wonderful gardens,
was first built in AD 857 on two islands surrounded by a
lake. In 1119 the Normans rebuilt Leeds Castle.
Surrounded by
a large watered moat, which now a days is rare, as many moats are now
grassed over.
Today, the well kept grounds can be seen along with magnificent
views of Leeds Castle.
Along with touring the medieval castle
and gardens there are; aviaries, a maze, duckier, vineyard,
museum
of dog collars, collection of furnishings, tapestries and
paintings.
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Dover Castle |
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Dover Castle sits on top of the White Cliffs of Dover,
with a platform view of the English Chanel and Dover
ports.
Dover Castle dates back to Henry II (AD 1100).
Today,
Dover
Castle is run by
English Heritage. Much of the building has been restored and
opened to the public. This can take up to 1/2 a day to
cover. There is a mini-train to take you round and see the main
sights, which can be useful for those with disabilities.
If
you wish you can just wonder around, as there is plenty
to see, along with the spectacular views from the top of
Dover Castle. Sitting alongside Dover Castle is the Roman Pharos (or
lighthouse), of which over half still stands. |
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White Cliffs Of
Dover |
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Sitting
beside Dover Castle are the 'White Cliffs of Dover', which
stretch for five miles.
All of
which can be walked, and on a clear day you can see across
the sea to France.
The
White Cliffs of Dover overlook the ports. You can watch the
coming and goings of the ferries and shipping passing
through the English channel.
It is a lovely place to
have a rest after Dover Castle. |
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Dover Castle |
Leeds Castle
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ADMISSION
CHARGES NOT INCLUDED |
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ADULTS |
£ 9.80 |
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CHILD |
£ 4.90 |
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FAMILY |
£ 24.50 |
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CLOSED
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24-26 Dec and
1 Jan |
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ADMISSION
CHARGES NOT INCLUDED |
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ADULTS |
£ 14.00 |
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CHILD |
£ 8.50 |
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FAMILY |
None |
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CLOSED
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Christmas
Day |
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Tours
From Central London
To Leeds Castle |
Tours From
Central London
To Dover Castle |
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Leeds Castle |
Dover Castle & Leeds Castle Tour |
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Leeds Castle & Hever Castle Tour |
Dover Castle, South Foreland Lighthouse & White
Cliffs of Dover
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Leeds Castle & Canterbury Tour |
Dover Castle, Leeds Castle & White
Cliffs of Dover Tour |
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Leeds Castle, Dover Castle & White
Cliffs of Dover Tour |
Dover Castle & Western Heights Tour |
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Leeds Castle & Dover Castle Tour |
Dover Castle and Canterbury Cathedral Tour |
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Dover Castle, Battle of Britain Memorial Battle
of Britain Airbase
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Dover Castle, Battle of Britain Memorial White
Cliffs of Dover
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Dover Castle & White Cliffs of Dover
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Dover Castle, Battle of Britain Memorial Western
Heights
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9Prices
are per taxi and do not include entrance
fees or lunch |
