Blenheim Palace & Gardens
Blenheim Palace gardens (one of the Winners of the Historic Houses Association/Christies Garden of the Year Award 2008)are one of the great 18th century parks landscaped by `Capability´ Brown including the largest lake he ever devised. The Secret Garden is one of Blenheim Palace´s most popular attractions for plant lovers as it is a garden for all seasons, combining mature trees with new plantings. This secluded area has winding paths that lead to soothing water features, bridges, fountains, ponds and streams, as well as a myriad of original features. The variety of the grounds at Blenheim Palace means that there is something to suit every taste. The beauty and tranquility of the formal gardens, Water Terraces, Rose Garden and the natural charm of the Arboretum. ´Blenheim Bygones´ Exhibition and the Marlborough Maze are open in the Pleasure Gardens. The Lake and Vanburgh´s Grand Bridge provide the perfect setting for some lovely walks. New Audio Garden Tour available. Take in the wonders of the Formal Gardens at your own pace, with commentary from the Palace's experts. A full program of events are hosted throughout the year from Easter and Halloween events for the kids to Horse-trials and a Triathlon for all the family.
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Woodstock,
Oxford,
Oxfordshire
OX20 1PP
Information on Blenheim Palace & Gardens, Woodstock, Oxford
| Opening Times: | Park open from 09:00, Gardens open from 10:00-18:00 (or dusk). |
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| Admission: | A choice of Palace, Park & Gdns or Park & Gdns only. (Gardens Adult £11.50) Please check www.blenheimpalace.com or call 0800 849 6500 for details. |
| Child Friendly: | Children of all ages welcome |
| Dog Friendly: | No |
| Location: | Eight miles from Oxford on the A44 Evesham Road. Twelve miles from junction 9 of the M40, signposted from the motorway. |
| Facilities: |
Full Disabled Access ( hire of electric scooter an option), Gift Shop, Guided Tours (restrictions may apply), Restaurant, Free Parking Availability, Coaches Welcome |
| Garden Acreage: | 106 |
| Parkland / Woodland Acreage: | 1864 |
| Upcoming Events: |
Blenheim Palace & Gardens open for the 2012 season (Saturday 11 Feb 12 - Friday 14 Dec 12) The Great Blenheim Palace Easter Egg Challenge (Friday 06 Apr 12 - Saturday 07 Apr 12) Peppa Pig and George characters as well as The Piplings from TV show, Waybuloo (Sunday 08 Apr 12 - Monday 09 Apr 12) Jubilee Bank Holiday Weekend at Blenheim Palace (Wednesday 02 May 12 - Tuesday 05 Jun 12) Blenheim Palace Jousting Tournament featuring “The Knights of Royal England” (Saturday 05 May 12 - Monday 07 May 12) Paul Cummins Ceramic Flowers – a Gardens Installation (Monday 04 Jun 12 - Monday 17 Sep 12) The GE Blenheim Triathlon (Saturday 09 Jun 12 - Sunday 10 Jun 12) The Oxford School of Drama presents: Summer Shakespeare. (Wednesday 13 Jun 12 - Saturday 23 Jun 12) London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Route’ at Blenheim Palace. ‘ (Monday 09 Jul 12 ) Battle Proms Evening Picnic Concert (Saturday 14 Jul 12 ) |
| Organisation(s): |
Historic Houses Association |
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