Illustration of diners raising glasses at a long festive table with a roast and candles (Slay Bells: A Christmas Murder Mystery Dinner)
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Slay Bells: A Christmas Murder Mystery Dinner

Guests begin with a sparkling wine reception before taking their seats for dinner in the Salon. As the evening unfolds, diners are drawn into a dramatic murder mystery surrounding the death of the Lord of Leeds Castle, questioning suspects and piecing together clues. Those staying overnight retire to castle bedrooms and enjoy breakfast the following morning in the Castle View Restaurant.

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 18+

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Event Only (no accommodation) – £142 per person; Castle State Bedrooms – £300 per couple; Castle Deluxe Bedrooms – £275 per couple; Castle Classic Bedrooms – £250 per couple. The package includes two glasses of sparkling wine for reception drinks, a three-course dinner in the Castle and immersive murder mystery entertainment. Residential stays include breakfast the following morning in the Castle View Restaurant.

Food & Drink

The package includes two glasses of sparkling wine at reception and a three-course dinner in the Castle; residential guests also receive a hearty breakfast the next morning in the Castle View Restaurant.

Location

Leeds Castle · Leeds Castle, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1PL Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ (1/5)

Best For

Adults who enjoy festive dining and interactive mysteries

Vibe

Festive and suspenseful

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Wear festive finery, which is the stated dress code for the evening.
  • Think sharply and pay attention to clues and suspects as the murder mystery unfolds during dinner.
  • If you have a residential booking, check in to your bedroom before the reception and enjoy breakfast in the Castle View Restaurant the next morning.
  • This event is marked sold out, so do not rely on being able to book a place for this session.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Overnight accommodation packages include breakfast the following morning; an event-only ticket is also available.
  • Sign up for Leeds Castle news for priority access to event pre-sales, discounts and competitions.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the evening?

The package includes two glasses of sparkling wine for reception drinks, a three-course dinner in the Castle and immersive murder mystery entertainment.

How do guests take part in the mystery?

Guests question suspects, uncover motives and piece together clues as the story unfolds.

What is the dress code?

Festive finery is the dress code.

Can I stay overnight?

Residential packages include a castle bedroom and breakfast the following morning in the Castle View Restaurant.

Can I still book this event?

The event is marked sold out.

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