The new programme of private and bespoke experiences will give groups unique access to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, including out-of-hours tours, dining and themed talks.
The Oxfordshire estate is known for its spectacular State Rooms and sweeping landscaped parkland. These new behind-the-scenes experiences will provide access to areas not normally open to the public, with some taking place outside the standard opening hours, allowing groups to see new sides to the Palace, Gardens and Estate while guided by a Blenheim Palace expert.
Offered exclusively to the travel trade, the programme includes themed talks, private and bespoke tours, unique out-of-hours experiences and fine dining in the Palace itself.
Themed Talks
Delve deeper into Blenheim’s 300 years of history as Palace experts provide focused insight into specific periods of its story.
The talks cover a wide range of topics to suit history-loving groups:
- Military Marlboroughs allows visitors to discover the war leaders who shaped the nation’s history.
- Ladies of Blenheim Palace explores the lives of the influential duchesses and heiresses.
- Royal Connections examines the long-standing relationship between the Churchill family and the British Monarchy.
- Sir Winston Churchill uncovers the lifelong connection between the Palace and the wartime leader.
There are also themed talks on architecture and conservation, restoration, and sustainability.
Exclusive Tours
These specially curated experiences offer private access, behind-the-scenes storytelling and out-of-hours activities away from the crowds:
- Tim’s Tales is hosted by the former Butler to the late Duke of Marlborough, offering clients a rare opportunity to hear captivating first-hand stories, set partly within the atmospheric Life Below Stairs exhibition.
- Executive Palace Experience combines privileged access, fascinating behind-the-scenes insight, and exceptional hospitality.
- Executive Winston Churchill Experience invites guests to follow in the footsteps of Britain’s most iconic wartime leader with a full-day itinerary to discover the life, legacy, and enduring spirit of the historical figure.
- Executive Estate Experience offers a journey to discover the extraordinary natural beauty, biodiversity, and rural heritage of Blenheim Palace with an immersive full-day itinerary.
- Executive Evening Experiences take place after the Palace closes its doors to the public for an atmospheric and exclusive evening of private access, fine dining, live music, and a unique way to experience the historical setting.
Groups can choose from a range of immersive tours with key members of the Blenheim Palace team to hear their stories, see archived material, taste produce from the Walled Garden, and learn secrets from film sets at the Palace.
Other highlights
For free reign over your itinerary, choose a Bespoke Tour - a completely curated day designed around your group’s individual interests, passions and pace. This can include behind-the-scenes access, dining, garden tours, and curator-led experiences. The itinerary will be planned by a team of experts and each group member will receive a luxury gift bag.
Or combine two favourites - heritage and shopping - with the unique Blenheim Palace and Bicester Village Experience. Groups can soak up the grandeur of the Palace before heading to nearby Bicester Village for exclusive shopping.
Blenheim Palace have a dedicated Group Partnerships team who will assist with all aspects of trade bookings, including customising itineraries and pricing.
For more information on the full programme of events, contact the Partnerships team at partnerships@blenheimpalace.com.
And click here for information about group visits to Blenheim Palace.
