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Summer at Britain's Greatest Palace

Summer at Britain's Greatest Palace

Whether you're seeking a summer adventure, relaxation, or a memorable day out with your loved ones, we have something for everyone.

Take shade inside <br/> our Palace

Take shade inside
our Palace

Wander around the state rooms, take a guided tour
and explore the exhibitions.

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Get outside in <br/> our Gardens

Get outside in
our Gardens

Meander through our 2,000 acre Parkland and immerse yourself in nature which surrounds the Palace and Formal Gardens.

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Keep the <br/>little ones busy

Keep the
little ones busy

Blenheim Palace Adventure Play is a hidden world of adventure...why not take part in our summer-long Quest?

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At Britain's Greatest Palace, we have planned a summer full of activities for you and your family and friends. Our line-up of events and activites will ensure everyone has a fantastic time, so you can create cherished memories together this season.

Here's a few of our top picks to pack into your Blenheim Palace summer itinerary...

A Summer of Adventure

Take a boat out on the Great Lake with a loved one or get active and paddleboard or kayak for an 'oar-some' summer day out.

You will have the opportunity to see the Palace, the Grand Bridge and the Gardens like never before.

Water sports

Follow famous footsteps...

Walk behind the scenes of blockbusters on the Lights, Camera, Action! Tour (every day at 11.00 and 15.00) to discover the filming locations for Harry Potter, James Bond, Gulliver's Travels, and the new Netflix series, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. 

As well as this, you can fully immerse yourself in history from 22nd July, when there will be at least one costumed character inside the Palace (every day at 11.00 and 15.00) throughout the summer holidays, with many a story to tell.

Lights, Camera, Action Trail

Discover our Gardens and Parkland

The Gardens surround the Palace, and include the Water Terraces, the Duke's Private Italian Garden, the Secret Garden, the Churchill Memorial Garden and the beautiful Rose Garden.

We have a new walking tour of our Walled Garden, from 1st August daily at 14.00, where you can learn how the garden has been used historically up to mdern day. You could also follow one of our recommended walks around the Estate.

Blenheim Palace Gardens

Activities for the little ones

Young adventurers are in for a treat at Blenheim Palace! Our exciting Adventure Play awaits, complete with slides, swings, climbing frames, and more. Let their imaginations run wild as they conquer our Summer Quest to be in with the chance to win a prize worth over £2500, explore our winding maze, or immerse yourself in the world of Paddington™ at Blenheim Palace, the kids will never want to leave!

Join our summer Quest!

Immerse yourself in history

Step back in time and explore our impressive State Rooms. Engage your imagination with a guided Palace audio tour, where tales from the past will transport you to another era. Take an upstairs or downstairs tour and discover how the two halves of society lived at Blenheim Palace.

You could also explore the Birth Room of Sir Winston Churchill, and Walk in Churchill’s Footsteps throughout the Palace, Park and Formal Gardens to find his favourite places. 

Explore tours and exhibitions

Delicious Delights

Indulge your taste buds at one of our many eateries. From casual dining to elegant Afternoon Tea we have options to suit everyone.

Savour locally sourced ingredients, prepared by our chefs, as you soak up the views. And don't forget to treat yourself to some scrumptious ice cream or refreshing beverages to beat the summer heat.

Cafés and Restaurants

Enjoy summer at Britain's Greatest Palace

With activities and experiences for all the family.

Enjoy summer at Britain's Greatest Palace

With activities and experiences for all the family.

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Visit Blenheim Palace this summer

 

Purchase a ticket to visit Blenheim Palace this Summer.

Some activities are at an additional price, please visit the individual activity page for more information.

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