This summer, Blenheim Palace will once again be home to a range of activities, events and exhibitions.
From family fun to cultural explorations, the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Woodstock promises an itinerary for visitors of all ages.
One attraction is the Walled Garden, featuring a the Marlborough Maze, the new Rowse Hive, teaching about the importance of bees and other pollinators, and a butterfly house.
For younger visitors, Adventure Play provides an outdoor immersive experience for children of all abilities.
It features a winding river, stepping stones, ziplines, slides, swings and tunnels.
For nature enthusiasts, the palace invites guests to explore its parks and gardens.
With almost 300 ancient oak trees, the estate boasts Europe’s largest collection.
Audio tours are available to guide visitors around, highlighting the area’s rich history from its creation right up to the modern day.
The estate will also transport visitors to their favourite movies and series.
The Lights, Camera, Action! trail allows people to discover filming locations for blockbusters such as Harry Potter, James Bond, Gulliver's Travels, and the popular Netflix series, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story.
Meanwhile, commemorating the life of Sir Winston Churchill, who was born at the palace 150 years ago, is the Churchill 150 exhibit.
There will be Weekly Churchill at Blenheim tours, VIP tours of the palace state rooms, Churchill exhibition and private apartments, as well as a guided buggy tour to the war time leader’s grave, themed afternoon teas and an opportunity to meet impressionist ‘Winstan’.
From July 22 until September 8, water sports, such as boating and kayaking, will be on offer.
Horse lovers can also visit the East Courtyard stables from July 27 until September 1 at the weekends to meet horses and learn about their historical roles.
Art enthusiasts will find ‘After the Storm’, an expressive exhibit by Mohammed Sami, showcasing from July 9 to October 6.
The artist uses retroactive memories and leaves interpretations open to the viewers based on their personal experiences.
There are a variety of options to eat, drink and refresh before, during and after the day.
For a family meal while in the walled garden or Adventure Play visitors can opt for The Snack Shack or The Pizzeria, or, for a lunch or afternoon tea, there is the newly refurbished Orangery.
Earlier this year, Blenheim Palace announced the launch of its new Palace and Play Pass, which gives visitors unlimited access to Adventure Play as well as to Blenheim Palace, Park and Gardens.
Annual Pass holders can upgrade to give them unlimited access to Adventure Play.
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