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Blenheim Palace
Woodstock
The vast baroque palace and park at Woodstock, near Oxford, is a World Heritage Site and Winston Churchill's birthplace. As well as the palace and gardens it hosts big events, including the Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials (16 to 19 September 2027), concerts and its Christmas light trail.
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Where to stay
- WoodstockCoaching inns and hotels right by the palace gates
- Oxford city centreThe most choice, about 25 minutes by bus
- KidlingtonHotels near Oxford Parkway, about 15 minutes away
- WitneyMarket town about 20 minutes away
Getting there
- The S3 bus runs from Oxford station and city centre to the main gate about four times an hour; it is then about a 10-minute walk through the park
- The S7 bus runs every 30 minutes from Oxford Parkway station, with trains from London Marylebone
- Hanborough station, with trains from London Paddington, is linked by bus 233
- Parking is free on site for palace visits, with a free shuttle bus from the car parks; some events charge for parking
Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.
Questions people ask
Where is the best place to stay near Blenheim Palace?
Woodstock: Coaching inns and hotels right by the palace gates. Oxford city centre: The most choice, about 25 minutes by bus. Kidlington: Hotels near Oxford Parkway, about 15 minutes away. Witney: Market town about 20 minutes away.
How do I get to Blenheim Palace?
The S3 bus runs from Oxford station and city centre to the main gate about four times an hour; it is then about a 10-minute walk through the park. The S7 bus runs every 30 minutes from Oxford Parkway station, with trains from London Marylebone. Hanborough station, with trains from London Paddington, is linked by bus 233. Parking is free on site for palace visits, with a free shuttle bus from the car parks; some events charge for parking.
Any tips for visiting Blenheim Palace?
For big events such as the horse trials and the Christmas trail, book event tickets and parking in advance. Woodstock's few hotels go first, so Oxford, with the S3 bus to the gate, is a good choice.
Which airport is closest to Blenheim Palace?
The nearest airport on this site is London Luton Airport, about 42 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.