Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace, a palace of fine extravagance nestled away in the small town of Woodstock.

The building of Blenheim started in 1705 and ended in 1722. The palace was built as a gift to John Churchill, 1^st Duke of Marlborough, as thanks for defeating the French and Bavarians at the battle of Blenheim. Walking in through the front doors immediately brings out your inner princess.  The drawing rooms bring history to life in a beautifully elegant way.  On the way out to the immaculate gardens you pass through the most exquisite library, gifted to the maker of the place by Queen Anne 

When you are out in the gardens, after you have explored the fountains, statues, and shrubbery, you can take a walk by the scenic lakeside. On this walk, you pass through what seems to be many fantasy worlds. There are trees big enough to make you feel like a hobbit, and canopy branches that make you feel like a fairy.  There are waterfalls and breath taking landscapes everywhere you look. You could choose to have an afternoon stroll or an all day walk around this large and majestic body of shimmering water.

If you choose to engage yourself in an activity less strenuous, you may opt to go to the quant water terrace cafe. It has seating that overlooks the beautifully up kept gardens, where you can relax and enjoy a nice cup of tea or a lovely baked good.

Now that you know all of the joy in store for you at Blenheim palace, you too can enjoy this historical gold mine.

- Stephanie Kight