We visit two estates built by the nobility: Blenheim Palace was built as a gift to John Churchill to celebrate a battle victory, and Cliveden was built for the 2nd Duke of Buckingham as a love nest. Power, prestige and scandals were a part of the deal.

DELIVERY MODE

Online

SUGGESTED READING

• Blenheim Palace - Green, David (1982). Oxford: Alden Press
• The Mistresses of Cliveden – Natalie Livingstone

COURSE OUTLINE

• The origin of Blenheim Palace
• Tour of Blenheim
• History and tour of Cliveden

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

• Have a greater understanding of the people and history of these two magnificent English properties.