Name: Blenheim Palace: Behind the Grandeur
Released: 2024-10-12T00:00:00.000Z

TV Show · Documentary

Behind the scenes at 300-year-old Blenheim Palace as staff prepare to open for another busy season. The Palace, a private residence of the 12th Duke of Marlborough, is the only non-royal Palace in England.

2024 · 1h 0m

Director Horia Dragoi

EPISODE 1

Episode 1

Apprentice George is opening the Palace for the thousands of expected guests, but isn't alone as overnight there's been an intruder - a pigeon. The Palace team, led by Head of Collections Kate, try to get it out before the coaches of visitors arrive.
EPISODE 2

Episode 2

Kate takes a trip to Windsor Castle, paying rent to the Crown who own the land the Palace is built on. Head shepherd Shaun monitors the 1500 lambs due to be born during the lambing season at Blenheim.
EPISODE 3

Episode 3

The events team have a busy weekend as the Knights of Middle England perform at a jousting event. Kate is excited to receive some paintings by Winston Churchill.
EPISODE 4

Episode 4

The Friday breakfast is a weekly tradition for the Blenheim staff. In the shop, Judy hopes their new range of estate merchandise will arrive in time for the flower show. The events team has the food festival and the flower show to host.