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  1. Blenheim Palace. Coordinates: 51°50′29″N 1°21′39″W. Blenheim Palace North Facade. Blenheim Palace South Facade. Blenheim Palace ( / ˈblɛnɪm / BLEN-im [1]) is a country house in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England. It is the seat of the Dukes of Marlborough and the only non- royal, non- episcopal country house in England to hold the ...

  2. Visit the historic home of the Dukes of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Explore the Palace, Park, Gardens, Exhibitions, Events and more.

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    Visit the Baroque masterpiece of Blenheim Palace, home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough and the birth place of Sir Winston Churchill. Explore the gilded State Rooms, the Churchill Exhibition, the Long Library and more.

  4. Apr 5, 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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  5. Blenheim Palace is a 18th-century princely dwelling and a naturalistic landscape park in Oxfordshire, England. It was built by the nation to honour John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough, who defeated the French in 1704.

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  7. 4 days ago · Blenheim Palace The history of Blenheim Palace. Blenheim Palace was built for John Churchill, a military commander who became the 1st Duke of Marlborough. The land and a contribution towards building the palace was a gift from Queen Anne after his victory in the Battle of Blenheim on 13 August 1704.

  8. Jan 16, 2024 · Blenheim Palace is a Baroque mansion and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by the Duke of Marlborough as a thank you for defeating the French at the Battle of Blenheim in 1794. It's the birthplace of Winston Churchill and has a rich collection of paintings, tapestries, furniture and statues. Learn about its history, architecture, and highlights from this guide.

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