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Christmas at
Blenheim Palace

Friday 15th November 2024 -
Wednesday 1st January 2025

Christmas at Blenheim Palace: the magical light trail returns. Don't miss Neverland® in the Palace and new for this year the Great Skate 

Discover a festive atmosphere like no other at Blenheim Palace in 2024. The historic Palace and Gardens will once again come alive with thousands of twinkling lights, seasonal scents, sparkling baubles and the warmth of the festive season. This year, we invite you to enjoy a special Christmas experience with us and soak in the joy of the season with your loved ones.

Your very merriest Christmas starts here

Christmas at Blenheim Palace will return between 15th November 2024 - 1st January 2025! There is limited capacity with timed entry. Book early and don't miss the date and time of your choice! Book tickets early!
 
Marvel at our magical Christmas light trail

Neverland® in the Palace

Join us for a swashbuckling adventure in Neverland, a place bursting with magic and make believe. Follow Tinkerbell through our State rooms as she sprinkles fairy dust over baubles and Christmas trees, wander through a moonlit London skyline and onto the Mermaid Lagoon.

JM Barrie gifted the rights to Peter Pan to Great Ormond Street Hospital in 1929 and we are pleased to be supporting Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity this Christmas.

£1 will be added at basket stage for every Neverland in the Palace ticket and Neverland Afternoon Tea as a charitable contribution which Blenheim Palace Heritage Foundation will collect and give (less VAT) to Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity (Registered charity no. 1160024).

The Great Outdoors in a brand-new light

Blenheim Palace is a place where new memories are made as a multitude of glowing lights and Christmassy sounds fill the air with festive fun.

Firmly positioned as one of the UK’s leading illuminated trails and unmissable within the seasonal calendar, this has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family, including a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way.

Marvel at our magical Christmas light trail
Enjoy our wonderful Christmas Market

The Great Skate

This Christmas, make memories that last a lifetime with The Great Skate at Blenheim Palace, a brand-new experience for 2024. For the first time ever, come to skate with family and friends in the Palace's stunning Great Court on a spectacular, covered ice rink!

Amid one of the UK’s most iconic settings, The Great Skate promises an extra festive treat for all ages. Surrounded by breath-taking beauty and festive décor, enjoy a luxurious hot chocolate or tasty treats at rink-side seats and capture that perfect festive family photo in this glorious setting.

Book your Great Skate tickets now

Neverland Afternoon Tea

Celebrate a magical Christmas in style at our Orangery Restaurant. Delve into a world of delight with our new themed Neverland Afternoon Tea - the perfect festive accompaniment to your visit to Neverland in the Palace and the Illuminated Light Trail. 

From the refreshing Tinkerbell Blackberry Ganache Tart to the delicious Captain Hook Red Velvet & Coconut Madeleine, there's plenty to tuck into on your culinary adventure - take a sneak peek at our full menu below.

Neverland Afternoon Tea menu

Marvel at our magical Christmas light trail
Enjoy our wonderful Christmas Market

The Christmas Market in The Great Court

From Friday 15th November until Sunday 22nd December shoppers and foodies can escape the bustle of The High Street and stock-up on festive goodies at the celebrated Christmas Market in The Great Court.

The seasonal village of wooden chalets offers everything from inspired Christmas gift ideas to tasty treats, and if you have worked up an appetite, there is a tempting selection of street food stalls to share with loved ones under the stars. Included with a Palace and trail ticket.

 
 

Palace Pre-booking for Annual, Palace & Play, Privilege Pass Holders

Entrance to Neverland in the Palace is free for existing Pass holders until 15.45pm daily, excluding the following dates in December, Saturday 7th, Sunday 8th, Saturday 14th, Sunday 15th, Saturday 21st, Sunday 22nd. Annual Pass holders can enter the Palace free of charge on all other dates before 15:45pm, subject to availability.

We recommend pre-booking a timed entry slot via our partner Ticketek. Please note that all parking charges apply to all visitors after 10.00am. 

 

Marvel at our magical Christmas light trail
 


The whole day was superb...

...beautiful gardens to walk around, lovely Christmas market, huge gift shop, we had afternoon tea in The Orangery, the Palace was amazing and so much effort has gone into producing the theme. Well done to all the team who helped create this magical experience. We will definitely be returning next year.

The most magical day...

We visited today and had the most magical time, I would 100% recommend to anyone. The staff were all lovely and the whole day is really well organised and planned. I can honestly say it's the best Christmas day out we have ever had as a family.
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Beautiful and magical

Absolutely beautiful and magical, the light trail was excellent. I thought you couldn't top the Snow Queen theme but Blenheim Palace the Sleeping Beauty theme was outstanding! Well done to everyone involved.

Customer Service

This is an externally organised event, for queries regarding tickets and parking please contact The Ticketek Team. Contact Ticketek
 

If donated, tickets for Neverland® in the Palace can be converted to an Annual Pass during your Christmas visit or on the next visit (pass will be valid from the date of your Christmas visit).

Visit the following FAQs for more information on the event.

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Event Information

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    Tickets to be pre-booked through Ticketek, you must create a Ticketek account to purchase.

  • Date Icon

    15th November 2024 - 1st January 2025

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    No Blenheim Palace discounts apply to tickets, this includes NHS, Blue Light, green travel, partner codes or Tesco vouchers. Discount codes received from Darwins Lodges are NOT valid for use during Christmas at Blenheim Palace. If donated, tickets for Neverland® in the Palace can be converted to an Annual Pass during your Christmas visit or on the next visit (pass will be valid from date of ticket purchase).

    Gift Vouchers for day visits over the Christmas period must be redeemed before booking timed Palace slots via the Ticketek website.

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    Blue Badge parking at Hensington. Please note that our mobility scooters are not available to rent when taking part in the Christmas Light Trail.

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    Parking for this event is chargeable and should be pre-booked through Ticketek. Applies to all visitors and Annual Pass Holders. See FAQs for further information.

  • Dogs Welcome Icon

    No dogs allowed in the Palace or on Trail but dogs are allowed in the Great Court for the Market.

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