Available year-round, excluding Christmas. This VIP tour encompasses a private tour of the Palace and Churchill exhibition, a guided visit to Churchill's grave, a lunch, and afternoon tea. Reservations can be made via the official website.
After the Second World War, Winston Churchill’s birthday became a moment of great interest for both the press and the public. Photographers would descend on his home to see the cakes, each of which were designed to showcase his career, achievements and interests in sponge and icing. This outdoor exhibition features a series of images […]
On January 27th and 28th the 1st edition of the Atlantic Conferences, entitled 'Winston Churchill, Madeira, and the Euro-Atlantic Alliance'. Celebrating the 650th Anniversary of the Anglo-Portuguese Alliance, took place in Câmara de Lobos, Madeira.
This tour is available every Wednesday throughout the year, from February to October. It is complimentary.
The Churchill Archives Centre and Bloomsbury Publishing are excited to announce the forthcoming addition of Acquired Papers to the Churchill Archive. This new collection of papers not previously available includes personal letters, speech notes and diary entries. Offering more than 1,700 documents released to the public for the first time, the Acquired Papers offer an […]
lIndulge your love of learning with a full-day course exploring the life and achievements of Winston Churchill. In partnership with Queen Mary University of London, IWM Institute’s one-day masterclasses offer a behind-the-scenes opportunity to expand your knowledge of 20th-century history. Taking place in a friendly learning environment, the masterclass is led by experts and scholars […]
America's National Churchill Museum (ANCM) will host the annual Churchill Fellows Weekend & Enid and R. Crosby Kemper Lecture by Admiral (USN Ret.) James Stavridis at the ANCM in Fulton, Missouri.
Turnbull and Asser will take over The Birth Room and the Indian Room in the Churchill Exhibition to celebrate Churchill. On display will be his iconic Green Velvet Siren Suit, alongside several other related items, including archival patterns. In the 3rd State Room, a new smoking hat designed by Stephen Jones and inspired by Churchill […]
On 12 June, America's National Churchill Museum will be honouring Bill Roedy at the Churchill Leadership Medal Award Event. The event will take place at The Guildhall, London, England.
Enjoy readings of the letters exchanged between Churchill and Clementine in the Temple of Diana during the summer months.
Participate in outdoor painting classes by the lake during the summer holidays. With the guidance of a local artist, paint the stunning views of Blenheim Lake, just as Churchill did.
Step Back in Time for Tea Enjoy a luxury afternoon tea, served in style at Churchill War Rooms. Begin your day with an introductory talk, exploring the history of the unique venue located under 12 feet of concrete and steel. Discover how people, from cooks to generals to Churchill himself, lived and worked in these […]
Winston Churchill once quipped, “At Blenheim I took two very important decisions: to be born and to marry. I am happily content with the decisions I took on both those occasions.” Blenheim Palace was built as a gift from the nation for John Churchill, the 1st Duke of Marlborough, who led British forces during the […]
Step Back in Time for Tea Enjoy a luxury afternoon tea, served in style at Churchill War Rooms. Begin your day with an introductory talk, exploring the history of the unique venue located under 12 feet of concrete and steel. Discover how people, from cooks to generals to Churchill himself, lived and worked in these […]
Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the birth of Sir Winston Churchill. The International Churchill Society is pleased to announce that the 41st International Churchill Conference will be held in and around London on 24-27 October. Venues will include Dartmouth House, Royal United Services Institute, the National Gallery and more. Speakers and conference events will be […]
Join City of London and Westminster College officials for the rededication of the historic Aldermanbury Garden in The City of London, a popular and relaxing green space in London’s bustling […]
Step Back in Time for Tea Enjoy a luxury afternoon tea, served in style at Churchill War Rooms. Begin your day with an introductory talk, exploring the history of the unique venue located under 12 feet of concrete and steel. Discover how people, from cooks to generals to Churchill himself, lived and worked in these […]
Churchill: A Life Join us in celebrating the release of the new abridged edition of Churchill: A Life by Sir Martin Gilbert with a special IWM In Conversation With: event with Richard Evans and Randolph Churchill, Winston Churchill's great-grandson. Following the talk, take the opportunity to explore Churchill War Rooms, the once-secret headquarters where the […]
Churchill, Science and Technology Explore Winston Churchill’s relationship with science and technology, and how technological advances influenced the Second World War in this special IWM In Conversation With: event at Churchill War Rooms. Born 150 years ago in 1874, Churchill was witness to the huge advances in technology which took place in the first half […]
The Darkest Hour Join IWM for a unique screening of The Darkest Hour, in the rooms where the film's events happened. Directed by Joe Wright, The Darkest Hour is the dramatic retelling of the early days of the Second World War. With the fall of France imminent, and the looming threat of Nazi invasion, newly […]
Build your History-Packed Programme Visit IWM’s Second World War airfield for the return of IWM History Festival, designed for people with a real passion for Second World War history. Tickets are on sale now. Discover the story of fearless resistance fighter 'Agent Zo' with Clare Mulley, uncover 'The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare' with Damien Lewis, delve […]
Churchill's Image Join us for a discussion on Churchill’s image with experts Kate Clements and Anthony Richards. Both authors are due to release new books later this year which include Winston Churchill: IWM Photography Collection, part of the IWM Photography Collection series and Anthony Richards book Churchill: A Visual History. These new works provide a […]
Winston Churchill's 150th birthday celebration will take place in locations around the world. More details to be announced soon.
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