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Blenheim Palace Facts

The essential numbers before you visit.

Built1705–1722
ArchitectSir John Vanbrugh, with Nicholas Hawksmoor
StyleEnglish Baroque
UNESCO statusWorld Heritage Site since 1987
GroundsOver 2,000 acres, landscaped by Capability Brown
Notable residentSir Winston Churchill, born here 1874
Current residents12th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough
Palace hoursDaily, 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Nearest cityOxford (8 miles)
Filming creditsHarry Potter, James Bond, Downton Abbey
From price$54 per person, admission ticket
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