Blenheim Palace offers £2,000 holiday package in new competition
The prize includes a two-night stay, private tours, and access to the palace's 30-foot Christmas tree installation.
By Chioma Brooks ·
Blenheim Palace is giving away a holiday package valued at more than £2,000. The prize combines a stay at Heythrop Park Hotel with VIP access to the palace's Christmas events.
The competition runs from November 13, 2026, to January 3, 2027. Winners will receive family tickets for four, afternoon tea, and a two-night dinner, bed, and breakfast stay at Heythrop Park. The package also includes a £1,000 VIP private tour and a luxury Christmas hamper.
Blenheim Palace is transforming its State Rooms for the season. The interior features a 30-foot Christmas tree and a Cinderella garden. Visitors walk through the palace to see the Fairy Godmother's transformation scene. The route includes displays of the stepsisters and the pumpkin carriage. The tour ends with a ballroom scene and a meet and greet with the Cinderella characters.
Outside the palace, the Illuminated Trail displays over one million lights. The outdoor attractions include a sparkling Christmas Snow Globe and an interactive Christmas Disco. A Fire and Ice display and a 10-metre Butterfly Tree are also part of the trail. Illuminated hot air balloons and a Choir 360 experience round out the installations. Returning features include an illuminated tunnel and a water fountain show.
The palace also hosts a festive Christmas Market and ice skating sessions. Tickets for the Cinderella Inside the Palace show start at £43 for adults and £26 for children. The Illuminated Trail costs £25 for adults and £19 for children. Combined tickets begin at £67 for adults and £44 for children.
Heythrop Park Hotel is located in the Oxfordshire countryside. The adults-only resort sits on 440 acres of parkland. It offers dining, live entertainment, and leisure facilities to guests.
The competition closes on December 6. Entrants must fill in an online form to be considered for the prize.
