Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace
Woodstock
Oxfordshire
OX20 1PP
England
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0800 849 6500
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01993 810570
Set in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, Blenheim Palace is considered to be one of the finest Baroque houses in the country. A gift from Queen Anne and a grateful nation to John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, in recognition of his famous victory over the French at the Battle of Blenheim in 1704. Inside the Palace can be found a superb collection of tapestries, paintings, porcelain and furniture in the magnificent State Rooms.
Sir Winston Churchill was born in the Palace in 1874 and a permanent exhibition about him is located next to his birth room – both are included in the Palace tour. He is buried in a simple grave in the nearby church at Bladon. A separate exhibition, ‘Churchills’ Destiny – the story of two great war leaders’, celebrates the achievements of Winston and his great hero and ancestor, John Churchill.
A State-of-the-art visitor experience is open in the heart of the Palace called ‘Blenheim Palace: the Untold Story’. Dramatic moments from the last 300 years of history at Blenheim Palace are brought to life through animatronic figures and innovative film and projection technology, seen through the eyes of the servants.
Surrounding the Palace are over 2,000 acres of beautiful ‘Capability Brown’ parkland, lakes, fountains and formal gardens. A miniature train connects the Palace to the Pleasure Gardens, where, amongst a range of fun activities for children, can be found the Marlborough Maze, the Butterfly House, the Lavender Garden and the ‘Blenheim Bygones’ exhibition.
A very busy events programme is on offer throughout the year, including jousting tournaments, half-term costumed entertainment, evening concerts and the Great Blenheim Palace Easter Egg Challenge.
Opening Hours: Park 9am to 4.45pm Palace 10.30am to 5.30pm Gardens 10am to 6pm
LAST Admission 4.45pm.
Venue Type:
Museum, Gallery, Historic house or home, Garden, parklands or rural site
Additional info
Blenheim Palace is situated in the picturesque and historic town of Woodstock, 8 miles North West of Oxford on the A44 Evesham Road, and approximately an hour's drive from both London and Birmingham. Stratford-upon-Avon is only 45 minutes drive away. Approaching Oxford on the M40, exit at junction 9 and follow signs to Blenheim. From other directions take the A44 exit from the Oxford by-pass. There is unlimited free car parking for cars and coaches. The nearest British Rail main line station is Oxford. The number S3 bus runs from there to Woodstock at approximately 30 minute intervals.
Blenheim Palace
Woodstock
Oxfordshire
OX20 1PP
England
Website
Website and tickets
Telephone
24 hour recorded information service
0800 849 6500
Fax
01993 810570
Sir Winston Churchill, arguably the greatest parliamentarian this country has ever seen, was born at Blenheim Palace on the 30th November 1874 at 1.30am. His birth room is on view to visitors and is set west of the Great Hall in the suite of apartments once allotted to the 1st Duke of Marlborough’s domestic Chaplain. In the Churchill Exhibition, near the birth room, can be seen Oscar Nemon’s bronze of Sir Winston and Lady Churchill as well as Sir Winston’s painting of the Great Hall at Blenheim.
Collection details
Architecture, Personalities
Key artists and exhibits
- Sir Winston Churchill
Blenheim Palace
Woodstock
Oxfordshire
OX20 1PP
England
Website
Website and tickets
Telephone
24 hour recorded information service
0800 849 6500
Fax
01993 810570
Blenheim Palace Opens for 2010
Blenheim Palace, home of the 11th Duke of Marlborough and birth-place of Sir Winston Churchill opens once again for a new year. This World Heritage Site offers tours of the Palace; formal gardens; the ‘Pleasure Gardens’ for kids of all ages (which includes a Butterfly house and a maze); a 150 acre lake and 2000 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown landscaped parkland.
Take advantage of our Annual Pass offer. Buy a Palace ticket for the day and upgrade FREE of charge for a 12 months pass.
For more information visit www.blenheimpalace.com
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- All ages
Languages
- Various language tours available upon request
When
10:30am-4:45pm
Where
Blenheim Palace
Admission
Buy your ticket on line at www.blenheimpalace.com/tickets or on the gate:
Palace, Park & Gardens. Ad-18:00; Con-14:50; Ch-10:00; Fam-48:00
Park & Gardens. Ad-10:30; Con-7:70; Ch-5:00; Fam-26:00
Group discounts available with 15 persons or more.
Tel 01993 810530 for group bookings
Blenheim Palace
Woodstock
Oxfordshire
OX20 1PP
England
Website
Website and tickets
Telephone
24 hour recorded information service
0800 849 6500
Fax
01993 810570
Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials
The Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials is one of the world’s premier three-star three-day events. Cross Country is on two days and set in the magnificent grounds of Blenheim Palace. The horse trials offer a fabulous opportunity to see some of the world’s finest riders and their horses compete against one another in a truly spectacular venue.
The Palace, Park and Gardens are open as usual.
Visit www.blenheim-horse.co.uk
Separate admission for the Horse Trials
Suitable for
- All ages
When
9:30am-5pm
Where
Blenheim Palace
Admission
Separate admission applies
Visit www.blenheim-horse.co.uk
The Independent Woodstock Literary Festival
A diverse mix of literary talks and events set in Woodstock and Blenheim Palace.
Suitable for
- Not suitable for children
When
10am-5pm
Where
Blenheim Palace and Woodstock
Admission
Visit www.woodstockliteraryfestival.com
Mini and VW Show
A brand new car show taking place on the Showground set in the stunning grounds of Blenheim Palace. Come along to see the amazing Mini's and Volkswogan's on display.
Visit www.classicshows.org/
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
10am-4:30pm
Where
Blenheim Palace
Admission
Ad-£10.30; Con-£7.70; Ch-£5; Fam-£26. Palace tickets also available. Get your FREE Annual Pass when you purchase a Palace ticket.
Breast Cancer Care Bike Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace opens its grounds for the 3rd year running a chance for you to take part in a unique cycling festival established as one of the most exciting cycling events in the country.
The Brompton (folding bikes) World Championships are back again in this festival of cycling.
For entry prices visit www.bikeblenheimpalace.com or come and watch for a normal park and garden ticket price.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- All ages
When
8am-5pm
Where
Blenheim Palace
Admission
Park & Garden. Ad-£10.30; Con-£7.70; Ch-£5; Fam-£26……..
Group discounts of 15 or more available. Contact operations@blenheimpalace.com
…….. Why not buy a Palace, Park & Garden ticket for the day and upgrade it FREE of charge to an Annual Pass giving you 12 months access to Blenheim
Halloween Entertainment
There are ghostly goings-on at Blenheim Palace this Halloween for families to enjoy over the Half-Term week.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Especially for children
When
10:30am-4:30pm
Where
Blenheim Palace
Admission
Park & Garden. Ad-£10.30; Con-£7.70; Ch-£5; Fam-£26……..
Group discounts of 15 or more available. Contact operations@blenheimpalace.com
…….. Why not buy a Palace, Park & Garden ticket for the day and upgrade it FREE of charge to an Annual Pass giving you 12 months access to Blenheim
Christmas At Blenheim Palace
A truly magical time at Blenheim Palace when Christmas trees sparkle in the Great Court and sumptuous decorations adorn the State Rooms. Festive entertainment takes place at weekends.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- All ages
When
10:30am-4:30pm
Where
Blenheim Palace
Admission
Park & Garden. Ad-£10.30; Con-£7.70; Ch-£5; Fam-£26……..
Group discounts of 15 or more available. Contact operations@blenheimpalace.com
…….. Why not buy a Palace, Park & Garden ticket for the day and upgrade it FREE of charge to an Annual Pass giving you 12 months access to Blenheim
Living Crafts for Christmas
Celebrating the best of British crafts, there is no better place to stock up on presents and stocking fillers. Find unusual gifts from amongst a stunning range of the highest quality work created by around ninety of the country’s top craftspeople. P&G
Advanced tickets available. Visit www.livingcrafts.co.uk
Suitable for
- All ages
When
10am-4:30pm
Where
Blenheim Palace
Admission
Park & Garden. Ad-£10.30; Con-£7.70; Ch-£5; Fam-£26……..
Group discounts of 15 or more available. Contact operations@blenheimpalace.com
…….. Why not buy a Palace, Park & Garden ticket for the day and upgrade it FREE of charge to an Annual Pass giving you 12 months access to Blenheim
Blenheim Palace
Woodstock
Oxfordshire
OX20 1PP
England
Website
Website and tickets
Telephone
24 hour recorded information service
0800 849 6500
Fax
01993 810570
Blenheim Palace
Woodstock
Oxfordshire
OX20 1PP
England
Website
Website and tickets
Telephone
24 hour recorded information service
0800 849 6500
Fax
01993 810570
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