Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity
This premium membership is perfect for frequent visitors who wish to support us in our work to maintain Blenheim Palace for future generations. By becoming a ‘Friend’ you will make a dedicated donation to ‘The Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity’ which spends 100% of its income on the restoration of Blenheim Palace.‘Friends’ receive special benefits and invitations to exclusive events as well as great value entry for 12 months from date of purchase including unlimited access to all areas within the Palace, special exhibitions, Park and Gardens.
The ‘Friends’ charity is eligible for Gift Aid allowing The Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity to reclaim the tax you have paid, increasing the amount we can spend on the restoration of Blenheim Palace.
Friends benefits:
• 20% discount in our Cafés
• 20% discount in our Shops (Not valid for purchase of ‘Friends’ membership)
• A significantly expanded programme of Exclusive ‘Friends' Events 2013 including the opportunity to work alongside our Garden Team, visiting His Grace's archives, a Themed Dinner celebrating Sir Winston Churchill's election in 1940 as Prime Minister and many more, including; special Themed Talks and Tours and a spectacular Christmas Reception. How to book or for more information click here
• Access to the exclusive ‘Friends' Lounge where you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee a read of the newspaper in the relaxing surroundings of the Spencer Churchill Room. This is situated next to the Annual Pass Kiosk if you wish to visit then please ask a member of staff at the new Welcome Desk for the access code on presentation of your Friends membership. Please note that if for some reason this room has to be closed for the day then please also ask at the Welcome Desk for a voucher to get a hot drink.
• A Free Private Apartments Tour during the summer months. (Open at the discretion of the family. Please check prior to visit.)
Full details will be outlined in the ‘Friends’ monthly E-newsletters, quarterly newsletters and on the website.
Renewal of Friends membership and new membership maybe be purchased from the Welcome Desk in the Visitor Centre. Alternatively print this form, fill it in and post it with a recent photo to Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1PP
Membership 2013
| Adult | £65.00 |
| Single Concession | £58.00 |
| Couple | £110.00 |
| Couple Concession | £95.00 |
| Child (aged 5-16) | £27.00 |
| Family (2+2 or 1+3) | £142.00 |
Discount for Annual Pass Holders to upgrade to ‘Friends’ membership!
Are you an Annual Pass holder? If you upgrade your Annual Pass to ‘Friends’ membership within a month of the date you purchased your Annual Pass you can redeem the price of their annual pass against the cost of ‘Friends’ membership.
For more information call 01993 815 623 or email annualpass@blenheimpalace.com
Events Guide 2013
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"Lights, Camera, Action - Blenheim Palace, Star of TV and Film" |
9th February - 1st April |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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The Great Blenheim Palace Easter Egg Challenge |
29th - 30th March |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Easter Weekend Entertainment, including appearances at intervals by Sid and Scrat from Ice Age, Mike the Knight and Little Princess. |
31st March - 1st April |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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CADA Antiques Fair |
18th - 21st April |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity - Limited number available TBC |
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Blenheim Palace Jousting Tournament featuring "The Knights of Royal England" |
4th - 6th May (May Bank Holiday) |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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The Sealed Knot Society - Battle re-enactments and living history |
25th - 27th May |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research Blenheim Palace Triathlon |
8th - 9th June |
Spectator free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Summer Shakespeare, Outdoor Theatre - By The Oxford School of Drama |
12th - 22nd June (inclusive) |
Discount applies for Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Junior Sculling Regatta |
15th June |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Ferrari Owners Club Rally |
16th June |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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The Blenheim Palace Flower Show |
21st - 23rd June |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Battle Proms Evening Picnic Concert |
13th July |
Discount applies for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Summer Holiday Entertainment |
24th July - 31st August |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Pre'50 American Auto Club - "Rally of the Giants" |
28th July |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Blenheim Palace Jousting Tournament featuring "The Knights of Royal England" |
2nd - 4th August |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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The Blenheim Palace Festival of Transport |
25th - 26th August |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Fidelity Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials |
12th - 15th September |
Discount applies for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation CharityTBC* |
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The Blenheim Palace Literary Festival at Woodstock |
18th - 22nd September |
Discount applies for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity TBC* |
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BHF Blenheim Palace Half Marathon |
6th October |
Spectator free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Halloween Entertainment |
26th October - 3rd November |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Christmas at Blenheim Palace |
9th November - 13th December |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
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Living Crafts for Christmas |
15th - 17th November |
Free for Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity |
For all up-to-date events information click here
Sunday Lunch in The Orangery
The Orangery is open for Sunday Lunch throughout the year so come and enjoy lunch in the beautiful surroundings of Blenheim Palace. £28.50pp for 3 courses. Lunches are available from 12.30pm until 2.30pm with children up to 12 years old half price.
Advance booking are required, call on 01993 813 874 or email sales@blenheimhospitality.com.
Themed Tours 2013
There is so much to see inside the Palace and as a Friend you can visit time and again to discover something new. Guided tours run throughout most of the season, telling the story of the people, history and events that shaped the Palace. A series of fascinating Themed Tours are also available. For more information click here
2013 prices: Friends Adult/Concessions/Child all £6
(Full price: £27.00 adult, £22.50 concs, £17.50 child)
Friends cards must be produced on day of tour.
Themed tours include welcome coffee and cakes on arrival. The tours run from 2.30pm - 4.30pm. For information and to book please call 01993 811091
Online Competitions
We also have a number of competitions to be won for some of the events in 2013. Please click here to enter the competitions.
You can also join us on Facebook to engage in news, chat, upload your photos and enter competitions.
