Families looking for Easter holiday activities will have the chance to win prizes worth over £200 as part of a golden egg treasure hunt at Blenheim Palace this April. The Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site has announced “Golden Giveaways,” a daily treasure hunt running weekdays from 5th to 17th April 2025, where visitors can track […]
Blenheim Palace Opens Doors to Victorian ‘Downstairs’ World in New Visitor Experience
Areas of Blenheim Palace that have remained hidden from public view for centuries will be opened for the first time this month as part of an immersive new attraction. ‘Life Below Stairs’, launching on 29th March, will give visitors unprecedented access to the original Victorian working kitchens and service areas of the Oxfordshire stately home, […]
Blenheim Palace Unveils Special Mother’s Day Celebrations for 2025
Blenheim Palace has announced a special programme of events and dining experiences to celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, March 30th, 2025. The historic Oxfordshire estate, home to the Dukes of Marlborough since 1705 and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will offer visitors multiple ways to honour mothers and mother figures with a memorable day […]
Behind the Scenes at Blenheim: New Evening Talk Series Offers Rare Insights into Palace Conservation
For heritage enthusiasts and curious minds alike, a new evening series at Blenheim Palace promises unprecedented access to the inner workings of one of Britain’s most magnificent historic estates. The newly launched “Armchair Talks” series, hosted in the intimate setting of The Stables Café, will peel back the curtain on the complex, often invisible work […]
Blenheim Palace Unveils AI-Powered Interactive Tour Guide
Visitors to Britain’s Greatest Palace can now experience personalized tours through a new state-of-the-art digital platform named after a beloved historical figure. Blenheim Palace has launched “Archie – your interactive guide,” a sophisticated multimedia app that allows guests to create tailored experiences while exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The platform, which incorporates artificial intelligence […]
Historic Private Rooms Opened to Public at ‘Britain’s Greatest Palace’
In a significant move for British heritage tourism, Blenheim Palace has announced the opening of its Private Apartments to visitors for the first time. The UNESCO World Heritage Site in Oxfordshire will unveil five new rooms from February 15, including the magnificent Grand Cabinet, traditionally reserved for the most distinguished guests. The new “Family Treasures” […]
Historic Blenheim Palace Unveils Romantic Valentine’s Celebrations
Blenheim Palace is offering visitors a taste of romance this February with specially themed dining experiences in its newly restored Orangery and historic Walled Garden. The UNESCO World Heritage Site has announced a luxury Valentine’s afternoon tea running from February 14-16, featuring an array of sophisticated treats including duck bon bons with beetroot ketchup and […]
Blenheim Palace Unveils New Trail Exposing 300 Years of Scandal and Secrets
Blenheim Palace, the UNESCO World Heritage Site and birthplace of Winston Churchill, is set to launch an intriguing new visitor experience exploring the scandalous side of its 300-year history. The “Lust & Laudanum” trail, opening January 14, 2025, promises to take visitors behind the grand façade to discover tales of passion, intrigue, and historic scandal. […]