Tuesday, April 24, 2007

Blenheim Palace

Welcome to Blenheim Palace Blenheim Palace, home to 11th Duke of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, offers a memorable day out. Set in 2100 acres of beautiful parkland landscaped by ‘Capability’ Brown, the exquisite Baroque Palace is surrounded by sweeping lawns, formal gardens and the magnificent Lake. Inside, the scale of the Palace is beautifully balanced 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. Situated in Woodstock, just 8 miles from Oxford, the Palace was created a World Heritage site in 1987. We look forward to welcoming you to Britain’s Greatest Palace very soon. [Photo] [Photo] [Photo] Latest news in brief Terracotta statues restored… Six beautiful statues have been replaced on the north front façade following years of essential restoration. The six statues… [Photo] Season Tickets Read more... For those who have discovered that with so much to see at Blenheim Palace, one visit is not enough, a Season Ticket provides the perfect excuse to return again and again... [Photo] Churchill Memorial Concert [Photo] Read more... Saturday 28th April 2007 // [Photo] Blenheim Palace: The Untold Story... Read more... On 5th May 2007 an exciting new visitor experience will open within the heart of Vanbrugh’s awe-inspiring Palace. Untold stories are brought thrillingly to life by talking portraits, touch screens and innovative film and projection technology… [Photo] [Photo] Please click here for the Heritage Management Plan [Photo] [Photo] [Photo] Read more... Britain’s best loved television star, Alan Titchmarsh, is hosting a major event for UKTV