For the first time ever this Christmas visitors will be able to ice skate on the iconic Great Court set against the stunning backdrop of Blenheim Palace.
Running from 15th November 2024 to 1st January 2025, ‘The Great Skate’ features a giant covered rink made from real ice at the Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tickets for this unique new experience are now available to book online.
The Great Skate is just part of a series of Christmas festivities on offer at the magnificent 18th century palace in Woodstock.
There’s also Sony Music’s internationally-renowned illuminated after-dark outdoor trail, where glowing lights and seasonal sounds fill the crisp winter air, creating fabuolusly festive experience every time.
The enchanting Christmas at Blenheim Palace carries on inside the ornate Palace State rooms which are being re-imagined as a mesmerising Neverland® adventure as part of a new partnership with Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Other festive features include a delightful outdoor Christmas market, and a vibrant fairground.
Amid one of the UK’s most iconic setting, The Great Skate promises an extra festive experience for all ages.
Surrounded by breathtaking beauty and festive decor, enjoy a luxurious hot chocolate or tasty treats at rink-side seats. Capture the perfect festive family photo in this unique setting.
Celebrate the ultimate winter wonderland this season with Christmas at Blenheim Palace and The Great Skate.
- The Great Skate: 15th November 2024 to 1st January 2025. Opening times 10am-8pm, Monday to Sunday. Adult from £15, Child from £10, Family (1 Adult + 3 Child or 2 Adult + 2 Child) from £40, Reserve a skating aid – FREE. For more information and to book tickets The Great Skate tickets | Blenheim Palace | Ticketek UK
About Blenheim Palace
Home to the Dukes of Marlborough since 1705, Blenheim Palace was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. Set in over 2,000 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown landscaped parkland and designed by Vanbrugh in the Baroque style, Blenheim Palace is also the birthplace of one of Britain’s most famous leaders, Sir Winston Churchill.
With over 300 years of history to share and one of the most important and extensive collections in Europe, the magnificent stately home has a rich variety of cultural highlights and an extensive programme of special events and exhibitions.
The total Estate expands into a further 10,000 acres outside of the designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and focuses on care for the land through sustainable means, pursuing net zero, the growth of the local economy, the provision of affordable homes, apprenticeship training and supported community groups as part of its ambition to make this part of Oxfordshire a fairer and better place. blenheimpalace.com | FB @BlenheimPalace | Twitter @BlenheimPalace
About Sony Music
About RG Live (a division of Sony Music)
RG Live/Sony Music has been delivering hugely successful illuminated trails for more than 13 years. Each trail is carefully designed to showcase the natural and unique environment of its iconic setting. There are currently over 30 trails across the UK, Europe, USA, and Australia within the Christmas, Halloween and Lightscape portfolios.
The chosen partners for national and international heritage and prestigious venues include: Blenheim Palace; The National Trust; Forestry England; Historic Royal Palaces; The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew; Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh; Leeds Castle Botanic Gardens, Chicago, USA and Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne, Australia.
