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Blenheim Palace

A44 - Evesham Road, OX20 1PX, England
01993-811091
Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Woodstock
4.0 of 5 stars 282 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Castles, Gardens
Activities: Walking, Group tours/walking tour, Getting married
Owner description: Blenheim Palace is home to the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.Set in 2100 acres of beautiful...... more » Owner description: Blenheim Palace is home to the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.Set in 2100 acres of beautiful parkland landscaped by ‘Capability’ Brown, the magnificent Palace is surrounded by sweeping lawns, award-winning formal gardens and the great Lake, offering a unforgettable day out for all.Blenheim Palace is a unique example of English Baroque architecture. 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. On the first floor ‘Blenheim Palace: The Untold Story’ brings to life enticing tales from the last 300 years.Situated in Woodstock, just 8 miles from Oxford, the Palace was created a World Heritage site in 1987. « less
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Manila, Philippines
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

I visited mid-March, and I just fell in love with their gardens. I can imagine it to be even more magnificent at spring or summer. The palace itself is okay, but it feels good to see this part of history as this is Winston Churchill's birth home. You will see the specific room where he was born, and it was... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Had a good day here, plenty to see and do. We went round the house, which is interesting, not so keen on the interactive story experience. The grounds looked lovely but it had been raining so we didnt make full use. A big plus is your ticket can be converted to free for a year so we will definitely be... More

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Haywards Heath
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

This is the second time I have visited Blenheim Palace. Unfortunately we went on a very wet and windy day. The first shock on arrival was the entrance ticket price, £20 per person, which I thought was very high when compared to other similar houses and gardens open to the public. At least once you get inside they will convert... More

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Glengarnock
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

We have just spent a wonderful day at Blenheim Palace. There is something for all the family. The Palace and Grounds are spectacular and beautifully kept. The tours of the Palace suited both young and old. The Gardens were perfect for a gentle stroll with the adventure play area a real hit for our energetic youngsters. We live miles away... More

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Seattle, Washington
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

While pricey, I thought the 20 pound admission was well worth it. There was just so much to see. We had 2 hours and were only able to take the guided home tour (entertaining history lesson) , see the Winston Churchill exhibition and explore the formal & Secret Gardens. We could easily have spent another 2 hours enjoying the rest... More

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Berkshire
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

A fascinating experience and probably somewhere you could revisist and still not see everything on offer. More

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London, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

The Palace is divided into 2 tours - turn right for the Winston Churchill/rooms and turn left for the history of the Duke of Marlborough family. Both leads you out of the palace and you have to re-enter into the main door to do the other. There's a guided tour every 15/20 mins in the churchill wing and we have... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

We visited Bleinheim Palace with friends. At £20 per person we expected to have an enjoyable visit wandering around (as the leaflet stated that guided tours were not compulsory). It couldn't be further from the truth! After leaving our baby with her Godparents in the gardens, my wife and I went into the palace, only to join the end of... More

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Southampton, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

Planned on spending a few hours here but ended up staying the whole day. Grounds are stunning, and you are allowed to go where you want including around the lakes etc. adventure playground and train is perfect for the kids, few cafes etc too eat we're averagely priced as you would expect. Great place to visit for a relaxed and... More

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UK
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

Thoroughly recommend getting an annual pass to this place - you'll be back again and again. Something for everyone, and plenty for young kids. The grounds are just breathtaking. Visit - you won't regret it! More

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