No, Leeds Castle isn’t affiliated with the National Trust or English Heritage, but if you pay once you can return for a year for free.
Is Leeds Castle English Heritage or National Trust?
Great British Heritage Pass includes National Trust and English Heritage sites, Welsh and Scottish sites, plus royal sites and other private places like Leeds Castle.
How can I get into Leeds Castle for free?
You will need a good Ordnance Survey Map to find the footpaths, but once located you will have access to the grounds of Leeds Castle free of charge. You are supposed to “keep to the paths” but you may find yourself veering off and following the other visitors here and there.
Is Warwick castle part of the National Trust?
The Castle is privately owned and is not affiliated with National Trust properties. As a result of this members of the National Trust are not entitled to free entry.
Do you have to pay for parking at Leeds Castle?
Parking. Parking at Leeds Castle is included in the cost of admission tickets. Please note that Leeds Castle cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage to vehicles or their contents whilst you are parked on site.
Can I use my National Trust card at English Heritage sites?
Can I use my National Trust card for entry into English Heritage sites? No. The memberships are separate and being a member of one organisation will not gain you entry into the other.
Do National Trust members get free entry to heritage?
As a member of the National Trust, you can visit other heritage sites around the world for free.
Is Leeds Castle free to walk around?
About the walk
Majestically moated and surrounded by beautiful grounds, Leeds Castle is a truly ethereal sight. On this walk you can see the exterior free of charge, but a glance may whet your appetite to pay up and look inside.
How much are Leeds Castle tickets?
Plan your visit
| Adult £32.00 | £32.00 |
|---|---|
| Child £24.00 | £24.00 |
| Senior £31.00 | £31.00 |
| Student £31.00 | £31.00 |
| Adult Disabled + Carer £29.00 | £29.00 |
Is Hever castle National Trust?
Hever Castle and Gardens is privately owned and we are not part of the National Trust or English Heritage.
Which English Heritage sites accept National Trust members?
National Trust covers all sites in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Heritage sites in Scotland are looked after by Historic Scotland, which is a similar charitable trust. What is this? However, you can still access these sites with your membership card for free.
What castles are owned by the National Trust?
Find a fort in the South West
- Bodiam Castle. near Robertsbridge, East Sussex. Archetypal 14th century moated castle with ruined interior – a glimpse of medieval splendour.
- Castle Ward. Downpatrick, County Down. Unique 18th-century mansion, famed for its mixture of architectural styles.
- Castle Drogo. near Exeter, Devon.
Can National Trust members get into Stonehenge free?
National Trust members can visit for free but must show their membership card upon arrival and before ordering tickets. SatNav: Parking at the English Heritage visitor centre can be found at postcode SP4 7DE.
Are showers free at Leeds?
Located within the Washrooms, they are all free of charge to use. Our showers are very busy between the hours of 4 pm and 9 pm daily. If you require any assistance with cleaning between visitors, please find the manager, supervisor, or cleaner who will be happy to help.
How long does it take to go round Leeds Castle?
However, you could just as easily walk round in 30 minutes. There are also plenty of gardens, a Maze, Bird of Prey Centre and Falconry Displays. If you have children then there are large play areas. We would suggest allowing a minimum of 3 to 4 hours, but you could quite easily spend the whole day with us.
Is parking in Leeds free after 6pm?
You can park in any parking bay after 6pm, and also on the single yellow lines. You will have to move your car by 8am (I think) and make sure you do as the traffic wardens in Leeds are very keen.
Where else can I use my National Trust card?
Using your card across the world
Further afield, you can use your National Trust membership card in 14 other countries, including Italy, the Bahamas and Canada.
Where is free with National Trust membership?
The National Trust looks after 500 sites across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Being a member means that you will get free entry to all these sites. You can see all the National Trust properties and natural sites on their official website. The only thing you need to do is to search for you preferred location.
What places are included in National Trust?
Norfolk
- Blakeney Point.
- Blickling Hall.
- Brancaster.
- Elizabethan House Museum, Great Yarmouth.
- Felbrigg Hall.
- Horsey Windpump.
- Oxburgh Hall.
- Sheringham Park.
Can you let someone else use your National Trust card?
2.2 Membership cards are for the named card holder(s) only. Membership may not be transferred to another person and Members are not permitted to allow another person to use their Membership card. 2.3 ‘Ordinary or Adult Member’ categories allow only the named card holder to enter our properties.
Is Bamburgh Castle free to National Trust members?
Historic Houses has six free-to-members properties in Northumberland, four of which have been inhabited for many centuries: Alnwick Castle, Bamburgh Castle, Chillingham Castle and Chipchase Castle.