# Blenheim Palace > Blenheim Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England — the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, home of the Dukes of Marlborough since 1705, and a registered charity (The Blenheim Palace Heritage Foundation, no. 1166164). Visitors can explore the Baroque Palace and State Rooms, the Churchill Exhibition, and over 2,000 acres of 'Capability' Brown parkland and formal gardens. Day tickets convert to 12-month annual passes at no extra cost. Admission income funds conservation and restoration. Key facts: located 8 miles north of Oxford; open year round (check opening times page for seasonal hours); main entry tickets are Palace, Park and Gardens (PPG), Park and Gardens (PG), and Palace and Play (includes Adventure Play); Gift Aid can be added to admission at checkout; the site content is also available in Dutch (/nl/), Chinese (/cn/), German (/de/), Spanish (/es/), French (/fr/), Italian (/it/) and Japanese (/jp/). ## Plan a Visit - [Tickets and Prices](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/tickets/): Compare entry tickets — Palace, Park and Gardens, Park and Gardens only, and Palace and Play (with Adventure Play). Day tickets upgrade to a free 12-month annual pass. Current prices and booking. - [Opening Times](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/opening-times/): Daily opening hours for the Palace, Park, Gardens, cafes and Adventure Play, including seasonal variations and closure dates. - [Getting Here](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/getting-here/): Address, directions by car, parking, and travel by train, bus and coach. Nearest station Hanborough; regular buses from Oxford. - [Green Travel](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/green-travel/): Discounts and incentives for visitors arriving by public transport, bike or on foot. - [Accessibility Guide](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/accessibility/): Step-free routes, wheelchair and mobility scooter access, accessible parking and toilets, assistance dogs, and quiet sessions. - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/faqs/): Common visitor questions — dogs, picnics, photography, re-entry, pushchairs and more. - [Visiting with Dogs](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/dogs/): Where dogs are welcome across the Park, Gardens and Estate. - [Contact](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/contact/): Enquiry routes for customer services and specific teams. ## Things to Do - [Palace State Rooms](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/what-to-do/palace-state-rooms.html): The Great Hall, Long Library, tapestries and treasures of the Palace interior, plus the Churchill Exhibition and Churchill's birth room. - [Gardens and Parkland](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/what-to-do/gardens-and-parkland/): Formal gardens including the Water Terraces, Italian Garden, Walled Garden and Marlborough Maze, set in 'Capability' Brown landscape. - [Family Days Out](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/what-to-do/families): Family activities — miniature train, Butterfly House, film trail and the Marlborough Maze. - [Adventure Play](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/adventure-play/): Large adventure playground for ages 2 to 12 with slides, zip lines, tunnels and water play. Separate ticket or included with a Palace and Play pass. - [What's On](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/whats-on/): Current and upcoming events and exhibitions, including events free with an annual pass. - [Cafes and Restaurants](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/cafes-restaurants/): The Orangery Restaurant (afternoon tea and Sunday lunch), Oxfordshire Pantry, Stables Cafe and other food outlets, with locally sourced produce. - [Wellness Walks](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/wellness-walks/): Waymarked walking routes through the Park and Estate. ## Tickets, Passes and Groups - [Gift Vouchers](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/tickets/gift-vouchers/): Digital gift vouchers for admission and food and drink. - [Group Bookings](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/travel-trade/groups/): Rates and booking for groups, including coach parties. - [Travel Trade](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/travel-trade/): Information for tour operators and trade partners, including tours and experiences. - [Educational Visits](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/education/onsite-learning/): School visits and on-site learning programmes. ## Venue Hire and Hospitality - [Venue Hire](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/hospitality/): Private hire of the Palace and grounds. - [Weddings](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/hospitality/weddings/): Wedding ceremonies and receptions at the Palace. - [Meetings and Conferences](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/hospitality/meetings-conferences/): Corporate meetings, conferences and away days. - [Filming Location](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/hospitality/filming-location/): The Palace and Estate as a film and photography location. - [Retreat Lodges](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/lodge-retreat/): Overnight stays in lodges on the Estate. ## Heritage and Charity - [World Heritage Site](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/about-us/world-heritage-site/): Why Blenheim Palace holds UNESCO World Heritage status. - [Winston Churchill](https://churchill.blenheimpalace.com/): Dedicated site on Churchill's life and his connection to Blenheim, where he was born in 1874. - [Support Us](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/support-us/): Donations, legacies and how admission income funds conservation as a registered charity. - [Restoration Projects](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/restoration/): Major conservation work, including the £12 million Palace roof restoration. - [Sustainability](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/sustainability/): Blenheim's pledge to be carbon neutral by 2027 and remove 230,000 tonnes of CO2e by 2050. - [About Us](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/about-us/): The organisation behind the Palace, its businesses and senior team. ## Optional - [News and Stories](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/stories): Articles and updates from around the Palace and Estate. - [Virtual 360 Tour](https://virtual.blenheimpalace.com/): Explore the Palace and grounds online. - [Blenheim Archives](https://archives.blenheimpalace.com/): The historic archive collection. - [Careers](https://www.blenheimpalace.com/careers/): Vacancies, apprenticeships and volunteering.