Blenheim Palace, Park and Gardens
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Free RHS Member days
21 February–9 April and 2 September–22 October, when open (excluding Good Friday and event days). RHS Member access includes the Park and Gardens, but not the Palace.
About the garden
Blenheim Palace features over 90 acres of formal gardens and more than 2,000 acres of parkland to explore. The formal gardens include the Italian Garden, with its meticulously trimmed Golden Yew hedges, the Water Terraces and the fragrant Rose Garden, which boasts over eight varieties of roses in bushes and climbing trellises. The Churchill Memorial Garden incorporates Churchill’s milestones into a 90-metre-long path and is the latest addition to the formal gardens.
In contrast to the formal gardens and sweeping parkland, the Secret Garden, restored in 2004, is a secluded area where winding paths lead over tranquil bridges and waterways. The parkland was landscaped by ‘Capability’ Brown and is renowned as one of his largest projects. Visitors can follow a dedicated trail, visiting the most impressive viewpoints and learning about how Brown transformed the landscape. Notable monuments include the Grand Bridge and the Column of Victory, dating back to the 1720s.
Facilities
- Assistance dogs only
- Children’s play area
- Parking
- Refreshments
Key features
- Water features
- Pond or lake
- Autumn colour
- Mediterranean/Italian garden
Get involved
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