VISITORS are being invited to go behind the scenes of one of Oxfordshire popular tourist attractions as part of a series of new virtual tours, guides and activities.

Blenheim Palace has launched a special programme of free online resources for people as part of its #Stayconnected initiative.

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Visitors can join Blenheim’s head gardener on a video tour inside the site's private walled garden and greenhouses as well as pick up her spring gardening tips.

There is a chance to peep inside the Estate’s lambing sheds via a 360-degree camera and meet head shepherd Charles Gerring, who is working around the clock looking after more than 3,000 new arrivals.

There will also be regular updates and images from herdsman Richard Tustian on Blenheim’s wild white cattle, which live in the ancient oak woodland and are also currently giving birth to calves.

To access the new resources go to blenheimpalace.com/stayconnected/.