Leybourne Castle

Access unclearno public right of way confirmed — check locally before setting out

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Leybourne Castle is one of 22 castles the Albion Guide charts in Kent. For more of the same, West Malling tower keep and St Leonard's Tower, West Malling are close by. The closest station is West Malling, 1.4 km to the south.

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