Monday, May 28, 2012

Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Winston Churchill, is one of the largest stately homes in England. It is still privately owned- the 11th Duke of Marlborough currently lives there. It was definitely the most magnificent state home we've visited thus far. Taking photos was not allowed inside, but they had very ornate state rooms. And the gardens were also incredible.
(Above) Jack, Aaron, Ethan, Elise, Oakley, and Dave in front of the main entrance to the palace.
(Above) The side terrace. Lucas refused to join us for this picture- that little stinker.
(L) Jack standing next to a freaky-looking statue.
(R) A bird-shaped sculpted hedge.
(Above) There was a sea of daffodils along this walking path. They were a little past their peak when we arrived.
(L) Lucas was filthy after slipping in the mid. (R) Jack likes to be photogenic and often sticks out his arms for photos- "ta da." As you can see, Lucas often copies him.
(L) A giant chess set at the kids play area. (R) Blenheim Palace is home to one of Europe's largest hedge mazes.

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

Of course, Lucas found some mud. Hahahaha. That's my little man.

Anonymous said...

You know, I've never been able to stomach this aristocracy thing.

Emily Petty said...

What a gorgeous house - you got some amazing pictures! Love the 'ta -da' pose. I'll have to put this place on my list of "some day." Did you go through the maze?