Make the Most of the Summer Holidays…Whatever the Weather!

There's still time to enjoy some amazing events at Blenheim Palace before the summer holidays come to an end.

Whether it's open air family theatre production or transport festivals there is something for visitors of all ages to enjoy.

Whatever the weather there are a whole host of indoor and outdoor interactive activities to join in.

If the sun is shining head outdoors to make the most of the 2,000 acre World Heritage Site with Pony Rides in the Park, 26 – 27 August or picnics overlooking the 'Finest View in England'.

Let adventure run wild as you explore the 'Capability' Brown Parkland surrounding Blenheim Palace. With over 300 years of history there are plenty of myths and legends to discover as you wander around the Estate. Journey to Fair Rosamund's Well, visit the famous Harry Potter tree and see inside theTemple of Diana, where Winston Churchill proposed to his beloved Clementine during a summer downpour.

On Sunday 27 August the Pleasure Gardens are playing host to Immersion Theatre's Wind in the Willows. The race is on to save Toad Hall! Everyone will enjoy the interactive show with Ratty, Mole, Badger and of course, Toad!

Plus from 27 – 28 August the annual Festival of Transport roars back to Blenheim Palace. Sunday 27th August will feature the Classic Car Show and Monday 28th August will include not only the Classic Cars, but also motorcycles, Minis and VW's, Customs, Hot Rods and Americans, Kit and Sports Cars. Learn more about automobiles during your visit.

If the weather isn't as glorious head indoors where the Palace is leading Upstairs Tours and Downstairs Tours alongside visits to the Duke's Private Apartments, the State Rooms and exhibitions charting the life of Sir Winston Churchill, who was born at Blenheim Palace.

ENDS

For more information please contact:

Melodie Manners | melodie@flamingo-marketing.co.uk | 07815 709548 or 01637 873379

Notes to editors:

• Blenheim Palace is a member of the Green Tourism Business Scheme.
• Blenheim Palace is a member of the Treasure Houses of England, 10 of the most magnificent palaces, stately homes and castles in Englandwww.treasurehouses.co.uk

Annual Pass - Buy One Day, Get 12 Months Free!*

Donate your Palace, Park and Gardens admission on arrival to claim a free Annual Pass*. Enjoy entry to our World Heritage Site throughout the year for the price of one day, plus exclusive member benefits. 

Enjoy these benefits:

• Free entry to events run by Blenheim Palace including Jousting Tournaments, the Blenheim Palace Food Festival, Blenheim Palace Flower Show and the Blenheim Palace Festival of Transport.
• Discount for family and friends on their first visit when you accompany them.
• A monthly e-newsletter with news of our latest events, offers, and competitions.
• Tickets to a selection of externally run events including the Battle Proms Picnic Concert, BBC Countryfile Live and 'Christmas at Blenheim'.

*Terms and conditions apply

Gift Aid

Founded in 2016 under the auspices of the 12th Duke of Marlborough, the Blenheim Palace Heritage Foundation Charity looks to safeguard the future of our World Heritage Site for centuries to come.

By agreeing to donate a Palace, Park and Gardens admission on arrival visitors can benefit from converting to a free Annual Pass*.

*You are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK taxpayer. The process costs you nothing but allows us to claim money back from the government on the tax that you have already paid. This means that for every £1 donated, we receive an extra £0.25, allowing us to invest even more in the upkeep of the Palace, its contents and surrounding Estate.

Blenheim Palace Heritage Foundation

Registered charity 1166164