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Leeds is a compact village situated five miles east of Maidstone, distinct from its northern namesake by its quiet, rural character and the way it stretches along a single main road. Most visitors know it solely for Leeds Castle, which sits on the village's western edge, but for those living here, the village identity is defined more by the steep hills, the Upper River Len, and the mix of timber-framed cottages and ragstone walls. It’s a landscape of orchards and farmland, typical of the Low Weald, but with the practical benefit of being close to the M20 motorway and the Bearsted railway station just a short drive away. The George pub and the primary school near the church serve as the main focal points, anchoring a community that feels tucked away despite its proximity to the county town. It is a place of sharp inclines and narrow lanes, where the historical footprint of the Wykeham-Martin family is still visible in the architecture and the surrounding parkland.