THINGS TO DO IN WOODSTOCK
BLENHEIM PALACE
Blenheim Palace attracts visitors from across the globe. The palace was built between 1705 and 1722. This magnificent palace is home of the Duke of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Today, the palace entertains many hundreds of thousands of visitors each year with tours of the palace and it’s grounds as well as hosting a variety of events including the Game Fair, The Literary Festival, The Blenheim Food Festival, Blenheim Triathlon, Blenheim Flower Show, The Nocturne Concerts, The Battle Proms and many more.
For more information about the attractions and visitor information please visit Blenheim Palace website.
WOODSTOCK EVENTS - 2022/23
WOODSTOCK EVENTS
September 1st – 3rd – Blenheim Palace Salon Privee
Salon Privé presents automotive style & elegance against the
sensational back drop of historic Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. It is the UK’s most exclusive automotive Garden Party as well as one of the most glamorous social occasions on the calendar.
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September 4th – Blenheim Palace Salon Privee Classic and Super Car
As a grand finale to Salon Privé Week, Blenheim Palace are opening bo
th the North and South Lawns to the public for the first time ever, welcoming thousands of new visitors to enjoy the UK’s most impressive super and hyper cars in existence, alongside classic specialists and luxury brands at Blenheim Palace.
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September DTBC – Blenheim Palace Horse Trials
The Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials is an important date in the calendar. World class competing, shopping, entertainment and lots more.
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October 27th – 31th – Halloween at Blenheim Palace
Spooky attractions at Blenheim Palace. There’s a wide range of Halloween attractions to experience from tours, Pumpkin Trail and the Ghost Train.
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November 18th – January 2nd – Christmas at Blenheim Palace
Christmas at Blenheim Palace is a great time to visit. There are lots of festive activities and seasonal attractions for visitors.
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November DTBC – Woodstock A Night of a Thousand Candles
Turning on the Woodstock Christmas illuminations in style. The town gathers for music, theatre, candles, chestnuts, mulled wine and more. If your staying with us this weekend, it’s not to be missed.
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November 18th – January 2nd – Christmas at Blenheim Palace
Christmas at Blenheim Palace is a great time to visit. There are lots of festive activities and seasonal attractions for visitors.
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December TBC – Late Night Shopping at Blenheim Palace
Late night shopping at Blenheim Palace includes sampling food and drink, Christmas carols and festive entertainment.
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January 8th – March 31 – Weavescapes by Julia Engelhardt
This exhibition presents several different series of woven artworks by Oxford-based artist Julia Engelhardt, which explore the painterly and sculptural qualities of yarns and fibres.
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January 8th – March 31 – Weavescapes by Julia Engelhardt
This exhibition presents several different series of woven artworks 
by Oxford-based artist Julia Engelhardt, which explore the painterly and sculptural qualities of yarns and fibres.
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January 8th – March 31 – Weavescapes by Julia Engelhardt
This exhibition presents several different series of woven artworks by Oxford-based artist Julia Engelhardt, which explore the painterly and sculptural qualities of yarns and fibres.
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March – May – Battlefields and Baroque
The story of the 1st Duke of Marlborough.
A courageous leader in battle, John Churchill’s victories over Louis XIV forever changed the face of Europe and led to the building of Blenheim Palace and him gaining the title of the Duke of Marlborough, both gifted from Queen Anne.
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20th March – OX5 Run
Run 5 miles, raise big smiles for annual fundraiser for the Oxford Childrens Hospital, which looks after thousands of children from across the county and beyond
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April 15th – 18th – Easter Weekend
Visit Blenheim Palace in the Walled Garden for a weekend of Easter trails, face-painting, circus skills, archery, street entertainment, balloon modelling, a fun fair and special appearances from Easter Bunny throughout the weekend.
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April 30th – May 2nd – Spring Jousting Tournament
Spectacular May bank holiday jousting battles. The jousting is accompanied by falconry, horse riding, puppet shows and much more. If you would like to check availability for accommodation, please check our bookings.
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May 1st -2nd – Spring Jousting Tournament
Spectacular May bank holiday jousting battles. The jousting is accompanied by falconry, horse riding, puppet shows and much more. If you would like to check availability for accommodation, please check our bookings.
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May 7th -8th – EV Live at Blenheim
A brand new, immersive electric vehicle event is coming to Blenheim Palace this May.
Do you want to find out more about Electric Vehicles?
If so, this new Electric Vehicle Experience event will be right up your street! With a wide range of electric cars available for free test drives and even more on display, you’ll have the chance to explore some of the latest and greatest electric options on the market.
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May 15th – Blenheim 7K Fun Run
Visit Blenheim and join their fun run this year as they celebrate the 25th anniversary of the publication of the first Harry Potter book, with the 7k route extended* to ‘fly’ past the iconic ‘Harry Potter’ tree. The route will take a magical loop around the trails and paths of the Palace, including the spectacular lakeside section.
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May 16th – 20th 5 Day Butler Training Course
The Royal School of Butlers are proud to bring you a five-day comprehensive course will give students a detailed understanding and practical experience of the role of a traditional Butler.
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May 28th- 29th Blenheim Palace Triathlon
We welcome competitors and spectators every
year to the stunning surroundings of Blenheim Palace to take part in one of the most spectacular triathlons in Europe, set against the backdrop of a World Heritage Site.
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June 2nd – 5th – Blenheim Palace Food Festival
The event is bursting with delicious produce from a wide variety of local and national stallholders. Alongside artisan treats and homemade delights (of which there’ll be heaps of vegan and vegetarian options) there’ll be craft beers, cocktails and mocktails.
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June 2nd – 6th – Gifford Circus
Giffords Circus is a magical village green circus that tours England from the first days of spring to the first glimpse of winter. The 2022 show will evoke the sights and sounds of rural Mexico with incredible art, music, history, and people as the inspiration.
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June 15th – 19th – Blenheim Palace Nocturne Live
This is normally a sell out event located in fabulous court of Blenheim Palace. Simply Red and The Brand New Heavies will be playing the first of 5 nights of music at Blenheim Palace. They join David Gray, UB40 and Simple Minds to complete the line up for Nocturne Live 2022.
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July 2nd – Blenheim Palace Battle Proms
Battle Proms Picnic Concerts is an open air concert set in the grounds of Blenheim Palace. Celebrations include music, fireworks, cannons calvary and Spitfire aircraft.
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August 31st – 3rd September – Blenheim Palace Salon Prive
Salon Privé presents automotive style & elegance against the sensational back drop of historic Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. It is the UK’s most exclusive automotive Garden Party as well as one of the most glamorous social occasions on the calendar.
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