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Friends of the Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity

We would like to take the opportunity to let you know about this premium membership which is perfect for frequent visitors who wish to support us in our work to maintain Blenheim Palace for future generations. By becoming a ‘Friend’ you will make a dedicated donation to ‘The Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity’ which spends 100% of its income on the restoration of Blenheim Palace.‘Friends’ receive special benefits and invitations to exclusive events as well as great value entry for 12 months from date of purchase including unlimited access to all areas within the Palace, special exhibitions, Park and Gardens.

The ‘Friends’ charity is eligible for Gift Aid allowing The Blenheim Palace Foundation Charity to reclaim the tax you have paid, increasing the amount we can spend on the restoration of Blenheim Palace.

Friends benefits:

• 10% discount in our Cafés
• 10% discount in our Shops (Not valid for purchase of ‘Friends’ membership)
• A significantly expanded programme of Monthly Exclusive ‘Friends’ Events including a fabulous Summer Garden Party, Special Talks and Tours and a spectacular Christmas Reception
• Access to a new Exclusive ‘Friends’ Hospitality Room – Due to the development works taking place in the Shop and Pantry we are unable to offer the Spencer Churchill Room for your hospitality area.  However, we are happy for you to receive a hot drink when visiting either in the Temporary Structure situated in the East Courtyard or the Water Terraces and the Pleasure Gardens Cafe. A valid membership card will need to be produced at the till.
• A Free Private Apartments Tour during the summer months. (Open at the discretion of the family. Please check prior to visit.)
Full details will be outlined in the ‘Friends’ monthly E-newsletters, quarterly newsletters and on the website.

Renewal of Friends membership and new membership maybe be purchased from either the Kiosk, which is situated in the East Courtyard, or by calling 01993 815623.  Alternatively print this form, fill it in and post it with a recent photo to Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1PP

Membership 2012

Adult	£63.00
Single Concession	£56.00
Couple	£105.00
Couple Concession	£92.00
Child (aged 5-16)	£26.00
Family (2+2 or 1+3)	£136.00

Discount for Annual Pass Holders to upgrade to ‘Friends’ membership!

Are you an Annual Pass holder? If you upgrade your Annual Pass to ‘Friends’ membership within a month of the date you purchased your Annual Pass you can redeem the price of their annual pass against the cost of ‘Friends’ membership. For more information call 01993 815 623 or email annualpass@blenheimpalace.com

Offers Guide for Friends: Special Events

For all up-to-date events information click here

Blenheim Palace Jousting featuring "The Knights of Royal England"	5th - 7th May	Free for Friends
Jubilee Bank Holiday Weekend Celebrations at Blenheim Palace	2nd - 5th June	Free for Friends
Paul Cummins Ceramic Flowers - a Gardens Installation	4th June - 17th September	Free for Friends
The GE Blenheim Triathlon	9th - 10th June	Spectators free for Friends
The Oxford School of Drama presents: Summer Shakespeare	13th - 23rd June (Excluding 17th June)	Discount Applies (tbc) for Friends
Battle Proms Evening Picnic Concert	14th July	Discount Applies (tbc) for Friends
Mini & VW Show	15th July	Free for Friends
Pre'50 American Auto Club - "Rally of the Giants"	29th July	Free for Friends
Summer Holiday Entertainment	21st July - 31st August	Free for Friends
Blenheim Palace Jousting Tournament featuring "The Knights of Royal England"	21st July - 31st August	Free for Friends
Bike Blenheim Palace	19th August	Spectators free for Friends
The 7th Oxfordshire Classic Vehicle Show (Sun & Mon) August Bank Holiday (Mon) Supercar Picnic & Bike Display	26th - 27th August	Free for Friends
Fidelity Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials	6th - 9th September	Free for Friends
The Independant Woodstock Literary Festival	12th - 16th September	Discount Applies (tbc) for Friends
MGB Car 50th Anniversary Rally	23rd September	Free for Friends
BHF Blenheim Palace Half Marathon	7th October	Spectators free for Friends
Halloween Cotumes Entertainment	27th October - 4th November	Free for Friends
Christmas at Blenheim Palace	10th November - 14th December	Free for Friends
Living Crafts for Christmas	16th - 18th November	Discount Applies (tbc) for Friends

Sunday Lunch in The Orangery

The Orangery is open for Sunday Lunch throughout the year so come and enjoy lunch in the beautiful surroundings of Blenheim Palace. £24.95pp for 3 courses. Lunches are available from 12.30pm until 2.30pm with children up to 12 years old half price. Advance booking is required on 01993 813 874 or email sales@blenheimhospitality.com.

Themed Tours of the Palace for 2012

There is so much to see inside the Palace and as a Friend you can visit time and again to discover something new. Guided tours run throughout most of the season, telling the story of the people, history and events that shaped the Palace. A series of fascinating Themed Tours are also available and Friends pay only £5! (Full price adult: £25) For more information click here

Date	Tour
11th April	Odd men and necessary women This talk provides an insight into the colourful life and work of those who have served at Blenheim Palace.  For more information click here
26th April	Lights Camera Action Blenheim Palace has played host to many film & TV crews over the years and the talk explains what actually happens at the Palace when Hollywood descends and also looks at how TV documentaries are made. For more information click here
18th May	The Military Marlboroughs This talk concentrates on the famous hero of the Battle of Blenheim, John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough and his victories during the War of the Spanish Succession. For more information click here
12th June	A Walk in the Past This historical garden tour will take you out and about around the Palace grounds. For more information click here
31st July	Behind the Scenes at Blenheim Palace A glimpse into the life and work at Britain's Greatest Palace. For more information click here
15th August	How Blenheim Palace fought the First World War The First World War was a time of immense change and sacrifice and this talk will show how the people who lived and worked at Blenheim Palace played their part to the full.  For more information click here
13th September	A Palace at War - Evacuees and Espionage The Marlborough family, Estate staff and the Palace itself played a full and energetic part in the war effort.  This talk and tour tells the story of how the Palace prepared for the worst. For more information click here
15th October	Winston Spencer Churchill The private resources of Blenheim Palace are drawn upon to afford a very new and refreshing insight into this remarkable man. For more information click here
9th November	Creating an Architectural Masterpiece A controversial style of architecture when Blenheim Palace was built.  A talk from the stone mason to the architect to the people who actually built the Palace. For more information click here

More details of forthcoming tours are available on the website and in your newsletters.

Friends: Adult/Concs./Child all £5
(Full price: £25.00 adult, £20.50 concs., £16.00 child).
Friends cards must be produced on day of tour.

Themed tours include welcome coffee and cakes on arrival. The tours run from 10.30am - 12.30pm. For information and to book please call 01993 811091