Home Visit What’s On All Events Christmas Featured Events Included with your Admission Ticket Special Ticketed Dining Events Tours, Talks & Workshops Accommodation Weddings Hospitality Golf Supporting Us eShop VISIT WHAT’S ON ACCOMMODATION WEDDINGS HOSPITALITY GOLF SUPPORTING US ESHOP BUY A TICKET Home What’s OnDisplays & ExhibitionsThe Field of Cloth of Gold: A Meeting of Kings The Field of Cloth of Gold: A Meeting of Kings 17th May to 31st December A magnificent tournament was held over 500 years ago in 1520 between Henry VIII of England and the French King, Francis I. The intention was to increase the bonds of friendship between the two countries. They met in a field near Calais to enjoy games, feast on fine meats and drink from a perpetually flowing wine fountain. Due to the splendour of the temporary golden pavilion that was built, the event came to be known as ‘The Field of Cloth of Gold’. A series of displays inside the Castle tell the story of the great events that took place in 1520: the purpose, the players, the politics and the extravagance. Find out about the role Leeds Castle played and what the Castle was like during the reign of Henry VIII. Further Information Included with the price of admission. MORE EVENTS Discover more events or activities that you may be interested in Christmas at the Castle 27th November to 2nd January Falconry Displays & Meet the Birds Daily from April to September. Weekends & School Holidays only from October to March. The Leeds Castle Concert 9th July 2022 Valentine's Dinner in the Castle 12th February 2022 Keen to discover more? Complete your full profile and sign up to our e-news for information on latest events, offers and news at Leeds Castle. Already have an account? Share this with your friends and family © 2021 Leeds Castle Foundation Photo Shoot Enquiries Filming Enquiries Video Wall FAQs & Contact Us Jobs & Volunteering Media Centre Accessibility Privacy Policy Cookie PolicyTerms & Conditions Cookie Consent The Leeds Castle website uses cookies to improve your experience. Please accept if you are ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.Read More Preferences Accept All