Blenheim Palace to welcome dogs into gardens this May

From Tuesday, May 6 to Saturday, May 31, dogs will be allowed beyond the usual boundaries of the parkland, into the gardens and historic spaces the palace near Woodstock has to offer.

Visitors can enjoy a stroll through the spring blooms of the formal gardens and the walled garden with their four-legged friends.

Dogs will be allowed into Blenheim Palace's courtyards, formal gardens, and walled garden this May (Image: Blenheim Palace) Dog owners can make use of designated drinking stations located throughout the courtyards and walled garden to help keep their pets cool and hydrated as they explore.

Blenheim Palace has worked to ensure the experience is welcoming for dogs and considerate of the site's heritage and wildlife.

Although dogs will not be permitted inside the palace or the adventure play area, with the exception of assistance dogs, they are welcome year-round in the Pantry Café, palace shop, and pizzeria.

Owners are asked to keep their dogs on short leads at all times, clean up after them using the general waste bins provided, and never leave them unattended in vehicles.

As part of the initiative, Blenheim Palace will also be reviving its #DogsofBlenheim hashtag across social media, encouraging visitors to share their best photos of their pets enjoying the palace grounds.

The palace team will be resharing their favourite photos throughout the month.