insideKENT Magazine Issue 59 - February 2017 | Page 24

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BIRDS , BUGS & BEASTS THIS FEBRUARY HALF TERM AT LEEDS CASTLE

11TH TO 19TH FEBRUARY 2017

THIS FEBRUARY HALF TERM , RELY ON LEEDS CASTLE IN KENT TO KEEP YOUR CHILDREN ENTERTAINED AND ENTHRALLED WITH BIRDS , BUGS AND BEASTS . VISIT THE CASTLE TO COME FACE TO FACE WITH OWLS AND STROKE THEIR SOFT FEATHERS , YOU CAN EVEN GET UP CLOSE TO A HOST OF REPTILES AND LEARN MORE ABOUT THE LIVES OF CREEPY CRAWLIES ! FUN AND EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS WILL BE HELD , SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES AND FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY .
There are plenty of reasons to visit Leeds Castle again and again with your annual ticket during the February half term ( 11th to 19th February ) from exploring the Yew Maze to conquering the Knight ’ s Realm and Squires ’ Courtyard adventure playgrounds to daily free flying falconry displays .
The grounds of the Castle are abundant with beautiful birds to see during your visit from black swans to nuthatch to great crested grebe to name but a few . For fantastic souvenirs and delicious treats don ’ t forget to pop into the gift shops , cafés and Fairfax Restaurant this half term .
A valid admission ticket to Leeds Castle is required for this event . Annual tickets cost £ 24.50 for adults ; £ 21.50 for seniors and visitors with disabilities ( carer goes free ); £ 16.50 for children ( under 4s free ). Annual tickets are valid for 12 months so you can pay once and visit all year round . For more information on Leeds Castle attractions , activities and events during 2017 visit the website www . leeds-castle . com
Leeds Castle is located near Maidstone in Kent just off Junction 8 of the M20 and only one hour ’ s drive from London . Grounds open at 10am daily and the castle is open from 10.30am . Last admission is 3pm and gates close at 5pm ( October to March ).
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