You will also have time to explore the stunning stained glass window that was commissioned as a memorial to Sir Winston on the 50th anniversary of his death before travelling back to London where you guide will drop you off at your accommodation or another central London location of your choosing. It is here you can see the graves of Sir Winston and his wife Lady Churchill and pay your respects to one of the giants of history. Churchill, however, wanted to be buried with the rest of his family at Bladon. Normally a figure of such national and historical importance would have been buried in one of the great national monuments such as Westminster Abbey or St Paul’s Cathedral. The Parish Church of Saint Martin Bladon This small local church is where Sir Winston Churchill was buried. Finally, you will be able to wander the stunning grounds at your leisure. You will be able to experience both of the Churchill Tours at Blenheim and both the ‘Upstairs’ and ‘Downstairs’ Tours which will give you a better understanding of this amazing home. Upon arrival at Blenheim, you will be guided around the palace by your guide who will help you with the palace’s excellent audio guide and fill in extra information that isn’t part of the audio tour. Famous for being the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, who was the grandson of the 7th Duke, Blenheim is the perfect place to visit if you are a lover of Churchill as not only was Winston born here, but the Dukes played a major part in Churchill’s political career and personal life. This outstanding stately home is one of the largest in the UK and is considered of such importance that it was created a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987. To learn more about this exibition, visit the Blenheim Palace website.Blenheim Palace was built for John Churchill, the 1st Duke of Marlborough, by a grateful nation. Churchill is buried, alongside Clementine, in Bladon churchyard on the edge of the estate. He returned to Blenheim often throughout his long life, attending parties, painting and spending time with his cousin and close friend ‘Sunny’, the 9th Duke of Marlborough. I am content with the decision I took on both occasions.” He is quoted as saying, “At Blenheim I took two very important decisions, to be born and to marry. Winston Churchill was born at Blenheim Palace, though through quite accidental circumstances, when his parents were visiting. ![]() As well as being his birthplace, Blenheim is also where he proposed to his beloved wife Clementine in the Temple of Diana during a summer rainstorm. His mother, Lady Churchill, was at Blenheim with her husband attending a St Andrew’s Day ball when she unexpectedly went into labour. His father, Lord Randolph Churchill, was the youngest son of the 7 th Duke of Marlborough. The former Prime Minister and wartime leader was born at the Palace on 30 November 1874. It was also in the gardens of Blenheim at the Temple of Diana that Winston Churchill proposed to Miss Clementine. Typical of the impatience that he was to demonstrate in later life, he arrived several weeks early. “It forms part of a much wider collection of historical artefacts, letters and photographs detailing his life and his enduring connection to, and love for, Blenheim”, she added. It was at Blenheim Palace on the 30th November 1874 at 1.30am that Winston Churchill the ‘Greatest Briton of all time’ was born. Kate Ballenger, Keeper of Palace and Collections said, “This suit is a great addition to the exhibition and provides another tangible link to the life of one of the 20 th century’s most famous and influential figures. ![]() The suit, which was purchased at auction, is accompanied by a two-page letter confirming its authenticity and stating it was given by his wife, Lady Churchill, to a Mary Williams in the Sixties. It is on show as part of an exhibition dedicated to the ‘greatest Briton’ and his lifelong association with the Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site. ![]() The suit was made by British fashion retailer Austin Reed and includes a label dated * 16/9/53 RT Hon Sir Winston S. ![]() A 1950s grey pinstripe suit worn by Sir Winston Churchill has gone on display at his birthplace Blenheim Palace.
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