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Blenheim Palace

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Discover Blenheim Palace, just outside Oxford, it’s a great day out for all the family away from the city centre. This Oxford attraction is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts a long and diverse history, including the home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough and his family and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.

Whether you’re interested in finding out the history and want to enjoy a fun-packed family adventure, or simply want to have a picture perfect day out with your loved ones, we have something for everyone to have an amazing time at Blenheim Palace. To help with this, they have created a series of itineraries to suit your preferences, in the hope that your day is special and centred around the things you enjoy the most.

Blenheim Palace was built as a gift to John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, from Queen Anne and a grateful nation in thanks for his victory at the Battle of Blenheim on 13th August 1704.

Along with all the outdoor areas, perfect for picnics and nature walks, the palace offer tours around the house.

‘Upstairs’ Tour, offers a unique look at 21st-century life in an 18th-century palace, in the main rooms used by the Marlborough family, from the 1st Duke to today. See the Nursery where Nanny lived and cared for the young Lords and Ladies right up until the 1990s, and beautiful paintings by artists such as Reynolds, Kneller, Sargent and Stubbs.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a guest at Blenheim Palace? From after dinner etiquette to secret corridors, gain an insight into the routine of visitors both past and present, including Charlie Chaplin, Bill Clinton and Sylvester Stallone. (This tour involves many stairs and so may not be suitable for everyone).

The ‘Downstairs’ Tour gives visitors a glimpse into the lives of Palace staff over the centuries.

Household staff were essential to the aristocratic way of life. Visitors can wander through the network of corridors, see the iconic bell system as well as some areas which are still in use by Palace staff today, including the kitchen. Along the way, hear about the gossip and perks of the job from the staff’s point of view.

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Opening Hours

Monday: 9:30 - 17:00

Tuesday: 9:30 - 17:00

Wednesday: 9:30 - 17:00

Thursday: 9:30 - 17:00

Friday: 9:30 - 17:00

Saturday: 9:30 - 17:00

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Sunday: 9:30 - 17:00

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Lisa P

a week ago

Gorgeous walks. We have started visiting weekly during the nice weather. The grounds are amazing. The secret garden is my favourite to stop with a picnic. The butterfly house is magical when all of the butterflies are out. The adventure play area looks fun as well. £5 for an adult, £7 for a child over 3, under 3 is free. Definitely worth a visit. Recommend getting the membership if you are going to go more than once in a year as it is only an extra tenner.

Cate Asp

2 weeks ago

Blenheim Palace was one of the highlights of our holiday! We took a bit of a detour to stop by Blenheim palace on the way from Oxford to Cirencester and it was very much worth it! The inside of Blenheim was nice, but the star of the show was the grounds and garden. The view from the garden was one of the prettiest, most idyllic views I have ever seen. I saw my first Egyptian goose here as well which was a delight! HIGHLY recommend coming here!

The midnight Howler

a month ago

Beautifully kept building and grounds with plenty of helpful staff on hand. Everything was accessible for a buggy/wheelchair. The entry tickets are pricey if you’re only visiting once, but, you are allowed to visit as many times as you like for a whole year. As they have different events and exhibitions, it actually works out as really good value if you visit a few times a year.

Alok Sonthalia

in the last week

The palace is located on the outskirts of Oxford. Its Prime Minister Winston Churchill birth place and was news in few years back for stolen gold toilet seat. So we are talking here real palace stuff with a fabulous building which is under restoration. And acres of land spread across. It has a lovely lake and there is a walkway besides the lake. There are lot of good things about this place. First they have a family annual pass for family of 4 which can be used for any number of visits and it’s same cost as the first and single visit. Secondly they have plenty of parking spaces and it’s plenty. So if you are driving just be chill. There are lot of bus transportation and rail transport options. A shuttle service runs to the palace from there. There are various eatery options and a decent coffee shop. In summer time, ice cream trucks are good options to beat the heat. There are various activities going on. It’s better to check the website and plan your visits accordingly. Some of these may need separate payment and tickets. Do visit the palace and its surrounding natural beauty. It will help in restoring historical relics.

Mark Westwood

a month ago

Blenheim Palace is absolutely stunning. The gardens and grounds are unrivalled in their beauty – perfectly landscaped and full of hidden gems to explore. The palace itself is magnificent, with every room steeped in history and elegance. What really sets it apart is the fascinating backstory – from its origins as a gift to the Duke of Marlborough to being the birthplace of Winston Churchill. There’s so much to take in, and it’s all incredibly well presented. A perfect day out for anyone who loves history, architecture, or just wants to enjoy some of the most beautiful surroundings in the country. Highly recommend!