The Orangery Restaurant
Dine within a historic Grade I listed building at Blenheim Palace, offering a refined afternoon tea or Sunday lunch with garden views.
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The Orangery Restaurant
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Must-see attractions
Dine within a historic Grade I listed building at Blenheim Palace, offering a refined afternoon tea or Sunday lunch with garden views.
"The Orangery offers a stunning setting for afternoon tea and Sunday roasts, with attentive service and great value."
Book for Sunday Lunch
Sunday is a great day to visit for attentive staff and exceptional Sunday roasts or afternoon tea.
Pre-book to Avoid Waits
Consider pre-booking, especially for groups, to ensure a table during peak times and avoid long waits.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
British
Price
$$$
Phone
+44 1993 810518
Address
Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, OX20 1PP, United Kingdom
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Afternoon Tea with a View
Indulge in a refined afternoon tea experience with stunning views of Blenheim Palace gardens. Delight in house-made scones and dainty sandwiches.
Historic Ambiance
Dine in a beautifully restored Grade I listed building, formerly a greenhouse and art gallery, overlooking Blenheim Palace.
Sunday Roast Delights
Savor delicious Sunday roasts crafted with high-quality ingredients, often sourced from the palace's own gardens.
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Book for Sunday Lunch
Sunday is a great day to visit for attentive staff and exceptional Sunday roasts or afternoon tea.
Pre-book to Avoid Waits
Consider pre-booking, especially for groups, to ensure a table during peak times and avoid long waits.
Check Your Bill
If using vouchers or expecting discounts, it's advisable to double-check your bill for accuracy.
Special Occasion Dining
The Orangery is recommended for special occasions, offering a lovely and memorable dining experience.
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Book for Sunday Lunch
Sunday is a great day to visit for attentive staff and exceptional Sunday roasts or afternoon tea.
Pre-book to Avoid Waits
Consider pre-booking, especially for groups, to ensure a table during peak times and avoid long waits.
Check Your Bill
If using vouchers or expecting discounts, it's advisable to double-check your bill for accuracy.
Special Occasion Dining
The Orangery is recommended for special occasions, offering a lovely and memorable dining experience.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Orangery at Blenheim Palace is celebrated for its stunning historic setting and the delightful experience of afternoon tea, with many praising the attentive service and good value. However, some visitors have found the afternoon tea to be less impressive, citing stale pastries and a disappointing overall experience for the price.
"An absolutely perfect venue with amazing staff and the added bonus of great food.
Always have an fantastic time in the Orangery and Sunday is a particularly great day to visit. The Sunday roasts are to die for or afternoon tea if you are just snacking... all is just brilliant.
Particular thanks to Rachel for looking after us and being an awesome host and to Keeley for being the best waitress a diner could ask for. Keeley was very attentive, polite just lovely.
Thanks all for a wonderful time every time."
Andrew W
"Went for High Tea to celebrate a birthday. First time at the Orangery and it was stunning. We were 5 people and had an 11 month old with us and the staff were so lovely and accommodating. The food, decor, service and ambiance were all perfect at a very reasonable price. We were given so much that we had another mini high tea at our accommodation afterwards :-)"
Teresha Aird
"It was our 5th visit, we always come for an afternoon tea and it is always a lovely experience. The Orangery is beautifully decorated. They serve the best breakfast tea and amazing and tasty food with it. The service is very nice and they do look after you. I am always recommending this place to my friends for a special occasion as it really is a nice experience"
Lucia Bystrická
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Orangery is a historic Grade I listed building at Blenheim Palace, offering a refined dining experience with beautiful views.
The Orangery is known for its Afternoon Tea, Sunday Roasts, and a set lunch menu.
Yes, pre-booking is recommended to avoid long waits, especially during peak times.
It may be possible to get a table for afternoon tea without a reservation, but booking is advised.
The atmosphere is described as refined, historic, and elegant, with attentive and friendly staff.
Yes, it's a popular choice for special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries.
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The Orangery at Blenheim Palace was refurbished in January 2023. Over the years it has been a greenhouse, a conservatory to a theatre, office spaces, an art gallery and now a restaurant. You can head here to enjoy a delicious Sunday lunch or a tempting Afternoon Tea which consists of house-made scones, sweet treats, and dainty sandwiches.
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We had a really nice family celebration meal here. The staff were lovely (even though it was really busy!) The food was nice and we loved the fact we...
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