Blenheim Palace Houses
Blenheim Palace, the Formal Gardens and Park are now open daily until 29th October.
From 1st November, the Palace, Park and Gardens are open Wednesdays through to Sundays until 10th December.
Situated just 8 miles from Oxford on A44, the Palace was created a World Heritage site in 1987 and is the home of 11th Duke of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.
The imposing scale of the Palace is beautifully balanced within, by the intricate detail and delicacy of the carvings, the hand painted ceilings and the amazing porcelain collections, tapestries and paintings displayed in each room.
Set in beautiful parkland of 2100 acres, which was landscaped by 'Capability' Brown in 1760's, the Palace is surrounded by sweeping lawns and formal gardens.
The name Blenheim derives from a decisive battle that took place on the 13th August 1704 on the north bank of the river Danube, near a small village called Blindheim or Blenheim, where the French leader, Marshall Tallard, had fixed his lines.
Here John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough, won a great allied victory over the forces of Louis XIV, thus saving Europe from French domination.
Attraction Details
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AddressBlenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1PX
Opening times10.30am - 5.30pm
Entry costs
Attraction typeHouses
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Macdonald Bear Hotel
In picturesque Woodstock, just 20 minutes drive from Oxford centre, Macdonald Bear Hotel offers free parking and a restaurant. Set in a 13th-century inn, the charming rooms have period features..
The Blenheim Buttery
Situated in central Woodstock, this charming 17th-century building is 8 miles north of Oxford. Its downstairs eatery, where breakfast is served, overlooks the market square, and the 6 en suite rooms all benefit from free WiFi internet..
The Star Inn
The Star Inn is located in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, a 10-minute walk from Blenheim Palace. It offers spacious room with views of the town, free Wi-Fi, free parking and home-cooked food..
The Town House
This listed historical building is situated in the charming town centre of Woodstock. It is just a few minutes walk from Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill..
The Feathers
The Feathers Hotel, situated in the centre of historic Woodstock on the doorstep of Blenheim Palace. Originally seven separate houses, the hotel boasts character and charm with antiques and log fires..
The Punchbowl Inn
Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a sun terrace, The Punchbowl Inn offers accommodation in Woodstock. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site.
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