Blenheim Palace is calling out to young artists and designers to win a competition which will guarantee a Christmas to remember for all the family.
The diminutive costumed characters have been a ‘mice’ feature in Blenheim Palace’s indoor Christmas trails for many years – and this year is no exception as they will appear as part of the reimagining of Sleeping Beauty. To celebrate, the Palace is giving children aged ten and under the chance to design a Sleeping Beauty-inspired costume, which will be worn by one of the mice in the beautifully-themed State Rooms.
Children can use felt tips, pencils, crayons, paint, or any other medium they choose. A winner will be selected in early October and their costume will be handmade by award-winning TV and film prop maker Clare Elliott, who has made models for family favourites such as Postman Pat and Wind in the Willows.
The carefully costumed mous-terpiece will be displayed for thousands of visitors to enjoy during the six-week season inside the Palace, after which the winning child will be sent their mouse model to treasure forever.
The prize does not end there – with the winner receiving six tickets for their family and friends to the exclusive preview evening of Christmas at Blenheim Palace, on Thursday 16 November. The preview will include a walk around the outdoor illuminated trail, which meanders around the glorious grounds of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The prize also includes a festive Afternoon Tea for six at The Orangery and a special goody bag filled with treats from Hotel Chocolat. Finally, the winner will receive a short break for up to six people at Blenheim Palace Lodge Retreat, Darwin Escapes, to be taken any time between Monday 13 November and Thursday 21 December 2023 (subject to availability).
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