Wallace & Gromit – A Cracking Christmas Caper
Leeds Castle, Maidstone · 21 November to 3 January 2027
Image: Leeds CastleA Wallace and Gromit Christmas mystery runs at Leeds Castle near Maidstone from 21 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. Visitors join the Anti-Theft-O security team to follow clues through the castle's rooms and corridors to find the missing Leeds Castle Diamond. It suits families and fans of the films, with the trail included in daytime admission.
Highlights
- Follow clues through the castle's rooms and corridors
- Film characters including Feathers McGraw and Shaun appear as suspects
- Live performers on weekends and school holidays
Getting there
Leeds Castle, ME17 1PL
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