Enhanced Experience

The Grand Banquet: VIP Dining Experience

Experience an extraordinary evening of elegance at Blenheim Palace with The Grand Banquet - VIP Dining Experience. 

Begin your night with early access to the Palace ground, followed by a formal reception with complimentary premium drinks. Enjoy an exquisite fine dining experience in the magnificent Long Library, complete with live entertainment. Then, take your place in premium VIP concert seats right at the front of the stage. Throughout the evening, enjoy impeccable service, and attentive hospitality from start to finish.

The Grand Banquet VIP Dining Experience is our hospitality package which includes:

• Early access to the Palace grounds at 4.30pm

• Premium VIP concert seating at the front of the stage

• Exclusive VIP access to the palace’s breathtaking and historic heritage

• A formal welcome reception held amid the grandeur of the Palace

• An exquisite dining experience, expertly curated and served

• Complimentary beverages, including premium wines, craft beers, soft drinks, teas and coffees

• Entertainment during the dining experience

• Complimentary cloakroom

• Complimentary VIP parking passes

• Access to complimentary bar during the show

• A dedicated event manager, with attentive hosts ensuring a flawless experience

More information will be sent to you closer to your event. 

For smaller bookings of 2-4 guests, we encourage you to book directly via Ticketmaster. For group bookings of over 10 or for corporate inquiries, please contact hospitalityBlenheimPalaceFestival@marigrp.com and a member of our team will be in touch.

Make the most of your summer evening at Blenheim Palace Festival by arriving early to enjoy the stunning palace grounds and indulge in a delicious ‘Best of British’ tasting experience.

In partnership with British Fine Foods, we have curated two exceptional options for you to enjoy: The Garden Picnic and The Garden Grazing Platter for Two. Celebrating the very best of British artisan produce, both options feature seasonal delicacies from carefully selected suppliers, including Great Taste Award winners, World Cheese Award winners and holders of Royal Warrants. Wherever possible, we will also source high-quality produce from local suppliers, showcasing the wonderful flavours and artisan food producers of the surrounding region.

Whether you’re planning a relaxed picnic or a beautifully presented sharing platter, there’s something to make your concert evening extra special. Both options are also available with a vegetarian selection.

For any queries relating to allergen information, please contact British Fine Foods via info@britishfinefoods.com

The Garden Picnic for Two:

Enjoy a little indulgence under the summer sky with our beautifully curated Garden Picnic, designed for two to share in the magnificent surroundings of Blenheim Palace. Presented in a lovely hessian picnic bag, your picnic features a handpicked selection of gourmet treats for two, perfectly paired with your choice of red, white or rosé wine.  Thoughtfully prepared for a relaxed and effortless dining experience, simply enjoy your picnic, soak up the beautiful surroundings and take your bag home as a special keepsake of your evening.  

Make it extra special: Upgrade to bubbles when you collect your picnic on the day. 

The Garden Grazing Platter for Two:

Start your concert evening with a delicious sharing experience, featuring a thoughtfully selected assortment of British artisan favourites. Our beautifully presented Grazing Platter brings together artisan cheeses, premium charcuterie, fresh seasonal salad, crisp crackers and sweet treats, creating the perfect balance of savoury and sweet. Complemented by your choice of a single-serve glass of red, white or rosé wine – the ideal accompaniment as you relax and soak up the atmosphere of the Palace Grounds before the music begins. 

Make it extra special: Upgrade to bubbles when you collect your grazing platter on the day.