Make room for
a little wonder.

Opening times

All times are local to Woodstock.

Palace State Rooms

10:30–15:45 · Every dayWinter hours; until 16:45 in the main season

Park and gardens

Park 09:30–18:00 · Every dayGardens 10:00–15:45 in winter

Christmas at Blenheim

13 November 2026 – 3 January 2027A separately ticketed event; our tickets are for visits from 4 January 2027

Allow time to explore before closing. Your ticket shows your date and entry time.

Finding the palace

Blenheim Palace stands at the edge of the town of Woodstock in Oxfordshire, eight miles north-west of Oxford on the A44.

• By bus and train: Stagecoach S3 and S7 buses run from Oxford to the palace gates, and the S7 also from Oxford Parkway station, with trains from London Marylebone; from the gates it is a 10 to 15-minute walk through the park.
• By car: parking is free, except during some events such as Christmas; use the postcode OX20 1UL.
• Before arrival: leave time for the journey and entry checks so you are ready for your booked slot.

Useful stops along the way

Facilities can change through the year. Visitors can usually expect:

• Toilets, including accessible toilets and a Changing Places toilet.
• Free Wi-Fi in the areas of the palace open to visitors.
• Picnics are welcome in the park; barbecues are not.
• The Oxfordshire Pantry and the Orangery Restaurant for refreshments.

Blenheim is cashless, so bring a card; only a small bag, carried on your front, may go into the palace. Ask staff about current arrangements when you arrive.

A visit that works for you

There is level access from the main entrance to many areas, including the State Rooms, with a lift into the State Rooms for wheelchairs and scooters (200 kg maximum). Wheelchairs and single-person scooters can be hired from the Access Desk if booked 24 hours ahead, some park walks are on uneven ground, and the carer of a Blue Badge holder goes free.

• Check arrangements for your particular mobility or access needs before travelling.
• If you are bringing a stroller, confirm the current arrangements before arrival.
• Ask palace staff for assistance or directions during your visit.

Enjoy the palace thoughtfully

• Keep to the visitor paths, walk rather than run, and supervise children.
• Keep flash off, and leave furniture, tapestries, paintings and historic surfaces untouched.
• Dogs are welcome on a lead in the park, but not in the Formal Gardens or the palace, apart from assistance dogs.
• Photography is welcome inside the palace without flash; tripods, selfie sticks and drones are not allowed.
• Follow the signs and staff guidance, including any restrictions in the exhibition spaces.

A little care helps protect the palace and its collections for everyone.

Make time for a pause

The Oxfordshire Pantry, the Orangery Restaurant and the Stables Café serve visitors, and picnics are welcome in the park.

• Stop for breakfast, lunch, a hot drink or refreshments nearby.
• Leave room in your plans to sit down and enjoy the setting.
• Check opening hours and menus on the day; food and drinks are purchased separately.

Blenheim is cashless: ticket desks, shops and cafés take cards only.

A few details worth planning

• Book ahead: choose the date, time and places you want to visit before making other plans.
• Keep your QR ticket ready: save it on your phone or bring a printed copy, with any proof needed for reduced admission.
• Start in the right place: have your ticket ready to scan at the gates, and allow about five minutes to walk from the car park to the palace.
• Dress for exploring: comfortable shoes for the gardens and park, and only a small bag, carried on your front, inside the palace.
• Leave space to linger: allow time for the State Rooms, the Water Terraces and a walk to the Grand Bridge.