New Year's Eve in the Castle
Leeds Castle, Maidstone · 31 December 2026
Image: Leeds CastleA New Year's Eve dinner party at Leeds Castle near Maidstone, running from a guided Castle tour and reception drinks with Kentish sparkling wine to a three-course banquet in the Salon. A live band plays until 1am and there is a fireworks display at midnight. Residential packages with breakfast the following morning are also offered. The event is sold out and suits couples and groups.
Highlights
- Guided Castle tour and reception drinks with Kentish sparkling wine
- Three-course banquet in the Salon, live band until 1am
- Midnight fireworks display; residential packages available
Getting there
Leeds Castle, ME17 1PL
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