Woodstock

Woodstock (Oxfordshire) is not to be confused with Woodstock (New York State).
Our English Woodstock is located on the A44 north of the City of Oxford and Kidlington, yet south of Chipping Norton.

The Italian Gardens at Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire.
This area was not open to the public at the time of our visit.

Woodstock is best known as the location of Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill (British Prime Minister during WWII).

Blenheim Palace and it's extensive grounds are well worth a visit. There is easily enough to entertain a family for the whole day. Attractions include the house itself, the Butterfly House (indoor), a miniature railway and (near to the Butterfly House), a miniature zoo or "Pets' Corner". There is also a lake on which boat rides are sometimes available. The usual facilities are also present - gift shop, coffee shop, and beautiful walks around the grounds.
Members of the National Trust note that this is not a NT property so expect to pay entrance fees etc..

The photograph below is the classical view of Blenheim Palace. This photograph was taken in 2002 but, with the possible exception of the styles of dress worn by people and the vehicles seen around the grounds, the view itself is much the same as one would have seen from this position at any time over the last few hundred years.