Brilliant birdlife at Leeds Castle

27 March to 18 April and
14-31 August 2010

Stately, elegant, timeless. And that's just us swans!

But it isn't just us you'll find at Leeds Castle - there are plenty of other amazing birds.

In spring, watch as coots and moorhens compete with us to build their nests, and see unflappable herons stalk the shallows in search of their next fishy meal.

In autumn, we're joined by diving ducks and flocks of gregarious geese, with tufted ducks and pochards rubbing shoulders with Canada and greylag geese.

From the feathered friends you see in your garden, to a swooping sparrowhawk or gliding buzzard, there's something for all the family to see.

So, what are you waiting for? Join RSPB guides at the viewpoint overlooking the lake (near the maze area of the gardens) to see us raise our heirs in royal splendour, in the heart of historic Kent.

When can you see us?

Friendly staff and volunteers will be at the viewpoint daily, 10 am-4.30 pm.

What's at the site?

There will be three telescopes and five pairs of binoculars available for you to use.

How to find us

By road
Leeds Castle is 7 miles east of Maidstone, off Junction 8 of the M20 motorway just 1 hour from London, 30 minutes from the Channel Tunnel and Channel Ports, and Dartford River Crossing. It is clearly signposted from all routes - just follow the brown and white tourist signs.

IMPORTANT - SatNav Users
If you are using a satellite navigation system, please follow the brown and white tourist signs once you reach the A20. Otherwise, you may be incorrectly directed to a private entrance from where you will be redirected.

By coach
National Express coach from London: Coach travel and '2 for 1' day admission tickets are available through National Express, or by calling 08717 818181 (£1 telephone booking fee applies).

Coach tours from London are also available.

By train
Southeastern run frequent services to and from Bearsted and a coach shuttle service run by Spot Hire is available from the station.

Still got some questions?

Telephone: RSPB South East regional office on 01273 775333, or Kate Whitton, Project Officer, on 07889 615727
E-mail: kate.whitton@rspb.org.uk

This date has been brought to you with help from Leeds Castle.