Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire has suddenly closed, with a customer notice issued.
The Woodstock cultural icon is one of the county's best-known landmarks and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.
The palace was built in the early 18th century and presented to John Churchill, the 1st Duke of Marlborough, in recognition of his victory at the Battle of Blenheim in 1704.
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Blenheim Palace remains the ancestral home of the Dukes of Marlborough and is also famous as the birthplace of former prime minister Sir Winston Churchill.
The estate was used as a convalescence hospital for wounded soldiers during the First World War, after being offered for use by the Marlborough family.
Its surrounding parkland was shaped by renowned landscape gardener Capability Brown, while visitors can explore attractions including the palace's State Rooms, historic collections and gardens.
Blenheim Palace is currently closed, having temporarily shut on Sunday (November 8), and will not reopen to the public until this Friday (November 13).
This is due to the venue preparing for Christmas, as the official accounts across social media posted an update over the weekend which said: "Important Notice.
"Please note that the Palace will be closed from Sunday, November 8 to Thursday, November 12, as we get the State Rooms ready for Christmas at Blenheim Palace.
"The Orangery Restaurant and Stables Café will be closed Monday 9th November to Thursday 12th November.
"The Shop, Pantry Cafe, Park and Gardens will remain open as normal for Autumn walks and Christmas shopping!
"The Walled Garden, including Adventure Play and The Pizzeria, is also open this Sunday."
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