Included with your admission ticket22 Jul - 31 Aug 2026
Little People, BIG DREAMS – Inspiring Women Trail
Events | Little People, BIG DREAMS – Inspiring Women Trail
Little People, BIG DREAMS – Inspiring Women Trail
12 incredible lives. One great adventure. Follow the trail. Discover your BIG dream!
This summer, 12 of the world’s most extraordinary women are coming to Leeds Castle, and they need all young dreamers’ help to bring their stories to life.
Leeds Castle has been shaped by remarkable women for over 900 years, and this summer their legacy continues. Explore our brand-new outdoor trail in partnership with the globally celebrated children’s book series Little People, BIG DREAMS, and discover the incredible women who changed history – scientists, athletes, artists, activists, and leaders. With hands-on activities inspired by each of their stories, every stop on the trail is an adventure waiting to happen.
Running from 22nd July to 31st August 2026, throughout the school holidays.
Included with general admission – no extra booking required.
12 incredible women. 12 interactive stations. One unforgettable summer day out – for every young dreamer.
Marie Curie
Step into the Science Lab and uncover the magic of light, colour, and hidden secrets.
Taylor Swift
Head to the rhythm zone and shake it off with drums, shakers and tambourines.
Agatha Christie
Discover your detective name and start your very own story!
Mary Earps
Can you handle the pressure? Test your shooting and saving skills in our penalty shootout.
Queen Elizabeth
Perfect your royal wave like true royalty.
Florence Nightingale
Care, kindness, and a steady hand – that’s all it takes. Can you help Florence’s patients feel better?
Amelia Earhart
Fold your paper plane, line up on the runway and see how far you can fly.
Simone Biles
Think you’ve got what it takes? Take on the obstacle course – balance, leap and climb.
Rosa Parks
Take a stand by sitting down. Visit our bench station and think about what you believe in.
Beyoncé
Strike a power pose, find your confidence and show the world your best moves.
Vivienne Westwood
Unleash your inner fashion designer and create your wildest look on the magnetic outfit board.
Emmeline Pankhurst
Write your chant – it’s your time to make some noise.
From medieval queens to Lady Baillie, Leeds Castle has always been shaped by extraordinary women. This trail is part of that legacy: a celebration of courage, creativity and ambition for the next generation of dreamers.
Little People, BIG DREAMS is one of the world’s most loved children’s book series, dedicated to telling the stories of extraordinary people in an accessible, joyful and beautifully illustrated way. Together, we’ve brought 12 of those stories to life right here on the estate.
