In
Great Britain, among the historical houses The Blenheim
Palace is situated eight miles north west of Oxford,
close to Woodstock, within the Oxfordshire Cotswolds.
The Palace and Formal Gardens open on 11th February
2006.
In
1705, The Blanheim Palace, conceived by Sir John
Vanbrugh and finished in 1722 is a masterpiece of
English baroque architecture.
From the vastness of the Great Hall to the intricate
detailing in the State Rooms, the Palace interiors
beautifully balance the delicate with the awe-inspiring.
Guided tours run throughout most of the season,
with enlightening facts on the people, history and
events that shaped the Palace. The walls are decorated
with beautiful portraits and a fascinating collection
of tapestries commissioned by John Churchill 1st
Duke of Marlborough. An exquisite collection of
Boulle furniture graces the Third State Room, which
leads, in turn, to the timeless sophistication of
the Long Library.
Blenheim is
also famous as the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.
Visit the rooms where he was born in 1874 and gain
a fascinating insight into the life of our most beloved
leader.
The finery
and harmony of 'Capability' Brown landscaped parkland
and the Formal Gardens is unrivalled in Britain. From
the Secret Garden, Water Terraces and Rose Garden
to the Grand Cascade and lake fringed by majestic
oaks, maples and chestnuts, the magnificent vista
changes with the seasons. Walks of between 45 minutes
and 1 ½ hours allow you to fully appreciate
the beauty of the beauty of the Palace within its
awe-inspiring surroundings.
Blenheim Palace
and Park was fashioned as a World Heritage site in
1987. The Blenheim Palace is home to 11th Duke of
Marlborough and his family. The palace will be open
all year, it celebrates the military achievements
of John and Winston Churchill and describes the inspiration
that Winston Churchill received from his hero and
ancestor.
