Paws at the Palace: Dogs invited to explore Blenheim Palace’s gardens this spring

This May Blenheim Palace will welcome dogs into its Courtyards, Formal Gardens and Walled Garden, offering dog owners the opportunity to explore even more of the UNESCO World Heritage Site with their four-legged friends.

From Tuesday 6th to Saturday 31st May, dogs will be allowed beyond the usual boundaries of the Parkland, into the gardens and historic spaces that Blenheim Palace offers. Visitors can enjoy a relaxed day out, strolling through the spring blooms of the Formal Gardens and the Walled Garden - all with canine companions in tow.

Dog owners can make use of designated drinking stations located throughout the Courtyards and Walled Garden to help keep their pets cool and hydrated as they explore. Blenheim Palace has worked carefully to ensure the experience is welcoming for dogs and considerate of the site's heritage and wildlife.

Although dogs will not be permitted inside the Palace or the Adventure Play area - with the exception of assistance dogs - they are welcome year-round in the Pantry Café, Palace Shop and Pizzeria, making it easy for visitors to enjoy refreshments or a bite to eat without needing to leave their pets behind.

To ensure everyone enjoys their visit, owners are reminded to keep dogs on short leads at all times, clean up after them using the general waste bins provided, and never leave them unattended in vehicles.

As part of the celebration, Blenheim Palace will also be reviving its popular #DogsofBlenheim hashtag across social media, encouraging visitors to share their best photos of pups enjoying the Palace grounds. The Palace team will be resharing standout snaps throughout the month, so visitors are encouraged to get creative and capture their dog’s day out in style.

For more information and to book tickets visit, www.blenheimpalace.com