A Day at Blenheim Palace

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.

The day was sunny, and after a two hour drive we arrived in Woodstock, our ticket can be used again within the next 12 months, so we look forward to going again. The water garden, with the outdoor cafe was lovely, and a cup of tea was wonderful after looking at all the historical rooms.

In Churhill's footsteps again, what a adventure. History has proved that Winston was born to save Britain yet again from her enemies.

John Churchill (Duke of Marlborough) and his wife Sarah, were friends of Queen Anne in 1702. When war broke out in Europe The Duke of Marlborough won a decisive victory at Blenheim in 13 August 1704 on the River Danube in Bavaria. The victory was a turning point in history, crushing the French ambition to rule Europe. As reward, Queen Anne granted Marlborough the Manor and Woodstock where a house would be built as a monument to his famous victory. John Vanbrugh was the architect.

  Sir Winston Churchill wrote of Blenheim "the cumulative labours of Vanbrugh and Capabiltiy Brown have succeeded at  Blenheim in setting an Italian palace in an English park without apparent incongruity.