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Blenheim Palace (/ ˈ b l ɛ n ɪ m / BLEN-im) is a country house in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England. It is the seat of the Dukes of Marlborough. Originally called Blenheim Castle, it has been known as Blenheim Palace since the 19th century.
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Jun 9, 2024 · Blenheim Palace, residence near Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England, built (1705–24) by the English Parliament as a national gift to John Churchill, 1st duke of Marlborough. It was designed by Sir John Vanbrugh and is regarded as the finest example of truly Baroque architecture in Great Britain.
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Blenheim Palace, near Oxford, stands in a romantic park created by the famous landscape gardener 'Capability' Brown. It was presented by the English nation to John Churchill, first Duke of Marlborough, in recognition of his victory in 1704 over French and Bavarian troops.
Apr 15, 2024 · Nine miles north of Oxford on the eastern edge of the Cotswolds, Blenheim Palace is one of the largest and grandest stately homes in England. This UNESCO World Heritage site dates back over 300 years and is the home of the Dukes of Marlborough and birthplace of Winston Churchill.
Mar 22, 2021 · Blenheim Palace is a vast 18th century palace that has been the seat of the Dukes of Marlborough for 300 years. Visitors are invited to explore its stunning interiors and exhibitions detailing the history of some of its most eminent inhabitants.
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Jan 16, 2024 · Blenheim Palace is a magnificent Baroque mansion and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s just a few miles outside Oxford a in the picturesque Cotswold village of Woodstock. The palace is often referred to as the “Versailles of England.”
