Frequently asked questions

Is there an additional charge for parking?
No, there is no additional charge. There are ample car parking spaces available. The car parks are both hard standing and grass. 

How far is the car park from the Palace entrance?

The main car park is between 5 and 10 minutes walk to the entrance to the Courtyards. It takes about 5 minutes through the courtyard to the steps to the Palace.

Are there parking facilities for the Disabled?
Yes. The spaces are as close as possible to the entrance to the Courtyard. Please ask staff on arrival and they will direct you to these spaces. A separate section for Disabled Access is available on this site within the Accessibility section.

Are dogs allowed in the grounds?
Dogs on leads are allowed in the extensive parkland around the Palace. No dogs are allowed into the Formal Gardens, Courtyards or Pleasure Gardens. Dogs for the blind or hard of hearing are welcome in all areas.

Is picnicking allowed?
You are welcome to picnic in any public areas of the Park. Alternatively, there are designated picnic areas beside the lake to the front of the Palace and in the Pleasure Gardens.

Are Bar-B-Qs allowed?
No Bar-B-Qs allowed anywhere in the grounds.

Is cycling permitted in the grounds?
You may cycle to the Palace and leave your bike at Flagstaff visitors’ entrance where there is a cycle rack, however cycling anywhere in or around the grounds is not permitted.  Children up to the age of 10 on small bikes may cycle when closely supervised by an adult.

Do I need to pre-book?
We ask that groups of 15 or more pre-book their visit with the Groups’ Co-ordinator (please check the Groups Information page for further information). Individual visitors do not need to pre-book, you simply buy your ticket on the day.  This is also the case for events where ‘admission is included’.

Can I enter the Palace more than once during my visit?
Yes, your ticket entitles to enter the palace as many times as you wish during your visit. Remember, the last entry to the Palace is at 4.45pm.

Am I allowed to take photographs or film inside the Palace?
No photography or filming of any sort is permitted inside the Palace.

Are large bags rucksacks or luggage allowed?
We do not have a facility for left luggage at Blenheim Palace so we would ask that wherever possible to try to avoid bringing luggage with you or leave it on the coach or in the car.  We do allow bags and rucksacks into the Palace however we politely request that you carry them on your front or down by your side rather than on your back. This is to avoid any damage to paintings and artefacts in the Palace.

Are guided tours or audio tours available?
We always try to offer guided tours of the Palace in English from 10.30am until 4.45pm and this is included in the price of your ticket, so individuals may join a tour at leisure. This does not apply however on Sundays, Bank Holiday Weekends and on very busy days during the Main Season when we operate a ‘free-flow’ system through the Palace. Private Guides, Specialist Tours or language guide can do so in advance at a supplementary charge through the Groups’ Co-ordinator.

Can I leave the park, perhaps to visit Woodstock and re-enter again later?
Yes, of course. just hold on to your ticket to show at the gate when you return.

How far is it to walk from Woodstock to the Palace?
The Palace is situated in Woodstock itself and from the town gate it is a 10-15 minute walk through the beautiful parkland to the Palace entrance.

How can I visit Churchill’s’ grave during my visit?
Churchill’s’ grave is located in the nearby village of Bladon and is approximately a 30 minute walk, through the grounds from the Palace.  If driving, follow the signs for the exit from the Palace car park then turn right in to the Village of Bladon as you exit the park. The church is on the left hand side as you go through the village.

How long should I allow for a visit to Blenheim Palace?
You should allow approximately one hour for the Palace Tour and Churchill Exhibition, 40 minutes for ‘Blenheim Palace: The Untold Story’ , 40 minutes for the optional tour of the Private Apartments, one hour for lunch if required in the Water Terrace Café and anything from two to four hours to enjoy the extensive parkland, Formal Gardens and Pleasure Gardens.