Blenheim Palace

noun

1. a palace in Woodstock in Oxfordshire: built (1705–22) by Sir John Vanbrugh for the 1st Duke of Marlborough as a reward from the nation for his victory at Blenheim; gardens laid out by Henry Wise and Capability Brown; birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill (1874)

Example Sentences

A new exhibition will tell the stories of the women who secretly worked for MI5 during World War Two to mark the 85th anniversary of the security service moving to Blenheim Palace.

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"The story behind MI5's move to Blenheim Palace is a fascinating one - and this new temporary trail will be a revelation to anyone with any interest in wartime history and women's vital role in the Allied victory," she said.

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Two men have been jailed for stealing a £4.8m gold toilet from from an art exhibition at Blenheim Palace.

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"Jones also played a key part in the burglary, as he carried out two recces at Blenheim Palace in the days leading up to the burglary, and it is our belief that he also was there on the night," he continued.

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The 18-carat toilet was created by the conceptual artist Maurizio Cattelan and had been installed at the Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire as part of an exhibition.

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