Three of England's most spectacular castles in a single day. Start at the romantic moated Leeds Castle, travel to the mighty Dover Castle with its wartime tunnels and Channel views, then wind down at Henry VIII's compact Tudor fortress at Deal.
1
Leeds Castle
Romantic moated castle set on two islands in a lake, often called 'the loveliest castle in the world'.
~2h
1h 5min drive from London
£24.50–£34.50
Allow two hours; don't miss the maze and grotto.
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50 min drive
2
Dover Castle
England's largest castle, with a medieval keep, wartime tunnels and commanding views of the Channel.
~2h
English Heritage
£14.50–£32
Book the wartime tunnels tour in advance.
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15 min drive
3
Deal Castle
Henry VIII's squat Tudor rose-shaped fortress, one of the finest of its kind.
~1h
English Heritage
£5–£10
A smaller, quieter castle to round off the day.
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