Blenheim Palace Hosting Biggest Ever Christmas Market
Blenheim Palace’s Great Court will once again transform into a spectacular Artisan Christmas Market next month.
Traditional wooden chalets will showcase a range of festive treats for designer-makers and artisan food and drink producers – and this year’s market will be the biggest ever, with up to 80 stall holders selling their wares.
Taking place against the beautiful backdrop of the baroque Oxfordshire Palace from Friday, November 18, the seasonal market is the perfect way to escape the bustle of the high street and the boredom of online shopping. Here you can truly savour the yuletide atmosphere.
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Unique, inspiring gifts
Filled with a variety of hand-picked, irresistible gifts, unique works by a range of designers and tempting treats to taste and take home, it’s the perfect addition to a Christmas day out at Blenheim Palace.
Gifts include everything from handcrafted silver and gold jewellery, paintings and pet portraits, to locally hand-poured soy candles, fresh flowers and natural coconut bowls.
Delicious food and drink
Get in the festive spirit and try winter warming tipples – from honey whiskey, traditional and flavoured rums and gin from the Hebridean island of Colonsay. There are craft vodkas from Sapling Spirits, who plant a tree for every bottle they make – all adding to the feel-good factor as you buy.
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Handpicked British cheeses and locally sourced charcuterie are perfect for seasonal feasts. Those with a sweet tooth will discover artisan cookies, Belgian chocolate brownies, gingerbread and traditional sweets.
The Christmas Market runs for a month until Sunday, December 18. It’s part of a host of festive entertainment on offer at Britain’s greatest palace.
Fairytale magic – indoors and out
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Blenheim Palace’s spectacular State Rooms will be transformed into a fairytale fantasy to retell the enchanting The Kingdom of the Snow Queen. Meanwhile the estate’s parkland and gardens host the Illuminated festive trail, offering after-dark magic for all the family.
Entry to the Christmas Market is free. Access is also included with tickets to the indoor and outdoor trails. A combined ticket is available so visitors can enjoy the whole festive experience at a reduced rate.
The Christmas Market is brought to you by leading events promoter RGL (a division of Sony Music), in partnership with Blenheim Palace and Living Crafts Events.
