Marlborough Collection

England / Blenheim Palace
The seat of the duke of Marlborough

Battle of Blenheim 1704
BATTLE OF BLENHEIM Brigadier Rose leads the British infantry to the assault, whilst Marlborough was leading the cavalry

Pohutukawa Tree, Kaikoura and Seaward Kaikoura Ranges, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand

Consuelo Vanderbilt Balsan, Duchess of Marlborough
Portrait of Consuelo Vanderbilt (1877 - 1964), American heiress and first wife of Charles Spencer-Churchill, 9th Duke of Marlborough

Duke of Marlborough
JOHN CHURCHILL, duke of MARLBOROUGH, brilliant military commander who, with prince Eugen of Savoy, defeated the French in the war of the Spanish Succession

HMS Marlborough, Royal Navy, dressing a diver

Lady Rosemary Spencer-Churchill (born 1929), married name Muir, youngest daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Marlborough. Pictured in The Illustrated London News in 1953 when she was selected to be

Carpet of bluebells wildflowers growing in the beech woodland at West Woods, Lockeridge near Marlborough, Wiltshire, England. Spring (May) 2009

Beech woods and carpets of Bluebells, West Woods, Marlborough, Wiltshire, England. Spring (May) 2009

Ailesbury Arms Hotel, Marlborough, Wiltshire
Ailesbury Arms Hotel (now Ailesbury Court) Marlborough, Wiltshire (on the A4). The Motor Volunteers. On the side of the Hotel is a sign

Battle of Blenheim, War of Spanish Succession
Duke of Marlborough leading his English troops at Blenheim, War of Spanish Succession, 1704. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Marlborough Sounds, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Boys at Marlborough College, a public boarding school in Marlborough, Wiltshire, with their brew boxes. The boys eat from tins, pans or wrappers or drink from cups or bottles. Date: 1962

Road, railway, and Seaward Kaikoura Ranges, Mangamaunu, near Kaikoura, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand

England / Marlborough
A rather deserted scene at the eastern end of the High Street of Marlborough, Wiltshire, England, showing its old Town Hall and church in the background. Date: 1950s

Thatcher, Sidney Chun, splitting a spar - Marlborough
A thatcher, Sidney Chun (1903-1985), wears protective clothing, including a cricket shin pad, while splitting spars before thatching a roof at Marlborough - date: 1950s

Photograph of Marlborough Arms, Camberwell (New), London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

High Street, Town Hall, Marlborough, Wiltshire (colour photo)
3093094 High Street, Town Hall, Marlborough, Wiltshire (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: High Street, Town Hall, Marlborough, Wiltshire)

The entrance to Marlborough College, Marlborough, Wiltshire, early 20th century. In 1968, Marlborough became the first major English public school to allow girls into the sixth form

JOHN CHURCHILL (1650-1722). 1st Duke of Marlborough. English military commander. Oil on canvas attributed to John Closterman (1660-1711), after John Riley (1646-1691)

LCC-LFB Great Marlborough Street fire station, W1
Built by the London County Council, Great Marlborough Street fire station was located at 53 Great Marlborough Street. The widespread adoption of motorised fire engines by the LFB led to a reduction

Battle of Blenheim
BATTLE OF BLENHEIM - the French commander marechal Tallard, captured, makes his submission to Marlborough. This is the decisive battle of the war

SARAH CHURCHILL (1660-1744). Nee Jennings. Duchess of Marlborough. Oil on canvas, c1700, after Sir Godfrey Kneller

Tennyson Inlet, Marlborough Sounds, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Penzance Bay, Tennyson Inlet, Marlborough Sounds, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Aerial view over Nelson, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

John Churchill / Miniature
JOHN CHURCHILL Duke of Marlborough, Commander in Chief over the armies of England and Holland in the war of the Spanish Succession

4th Duke of Marlborough
GEORGE SPENCER 4th Duke of Marlborough

Great Western Railway motor service vintage advertising poster

Queen at wedding of Lady Palmer and Alexander Abel Smith
The Queen, accompanied by the Duke of Edinburgh, at the wedding at Queens Chapel, Malborough Gate, between Lady Palmer, widow of Sir Anthony Palmer and lady-in-waiting to Her Majesty, and Mr

Ngakuta Bay, Queen Charlotte Sound, Marlborough Sounds, South Island, New Zealand

Ancient oak tree growing in Savernake Forest in springtime, Marlborough, Wiltshire, England. Spring (May) 2009

Bluebells growing beneath an ancient pollarded Beech tree in Savernake Forest, Marlborough, Wiltshire, England. Spring (May)

Dusk falls over picturesque wharf in idyllic Kenepuru Sound, Marlborough Sounds, South Island, New Zealand

The Battle of Blenheim (or Blindheim), Hochstadt, Germany, 13 August 1704, part of the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714). Date: 1704

Map of the Battle of Blenheim (or Blindheim), Hochstadt, Germany, 13 August 1704, part of the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714). Date: 1704

The Duchess of Marlborough and the Marquess of Blandford
Consuelo Vanderbilt (1877 - 1964), American heiress and first wife of Charles Spencer-Churchill, 9th Duke of Marlborough. She married the duke in 1895 after being coerced into the marriage by her

Marlborough at the Battle of Oudenarde, 1708, (1944). Creator: Unknown
Marlborough at the Battle of Oudenarde, 1708, (1944). Tapestry depicting British military leader John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough (on a white horse) at the Battle of Oudenarde

The Braydon Oak - Savernake Forest, Wiltshire - in the centre of the North Wessex Downs Date: 1907

Sarah Jennings, Duchess of Marlborough, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: Henry Thomas Ryall
Sarah Jennings, Duchess of Marlborough, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of English aristocrat Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough (1660-1744)

Marlborough: The Itinerant, 1800. Artists: James Walker, John Greig
Marlborough: The Itinerant, 1800. From The Copper Plate Magazine. [J. Walker, London, 1800]

Footpath through a beech woodland and carpet of Common Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta), West Woods, Lockeridge, Wiltshire, England. Spring (May) 2010

Silbury Hill, Marlborough, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom

West Kennet Long Barrow, Marlborough, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom

The Devils Den, Marlborough, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom

Lockeridge Dene and Piggledene, Marlborough, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom

Crofton Beam Engines, Crofton, Marlborough, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom

Boats going through a lock in Great Bedwyn, Marlborough, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom

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Marlborough, a town nestled in the heart of England, holds a rich history and breathtaking beauty that captivates all who visit. From its iconic Blenheim Palace to the tales of the Battle of Blenheim in 1704, this place is steeped in stories that have shaped nations. One cannot mention Marlborough without acknowledging Consuelo Vanderbilt Balsan, Duchess of Marlborough. Her elegance and grace brought a touch of glamour to this quaint English town. Alongside her was the esteemed Duke of Marlborough, whose name became synonymous with power and influence. But Marlborough's legacy extends beyond aristocracy; it encompasses ordinary people too. Take for instance Thatcher and Sidney Chun, who made headlines when they skillfully split a spar at Marlborough. Their feat showcased the resilience and determination found within these streets. Lady Rosemary Spencer-Churchill adds another layer to Marlborough's tapestry. Her presence brings an air of sophistication as she navigates through life with poise and charm. Nature lovers find solace amidst carpets of bluebells wildflowers growing in beech woodland at West Woods, Lockeridge. The enchanting sight evokes tranquility and reminds us why we must cherish our natural surroundings. Speaking of beech woods and carpets of bluebells, West Woods stands as a testament to nature's wonders right here in Marlborough, Wiltshire. It beckons explorers to immerse themselves in its beauty while marveling at Mother Earth's creations. The Battle of Blenheim remains etched into history books as one pivotal moment during the War of Spanish Succession. Its impact reverberated far beyond Europe's borders - forever shaping alliances and altering destinies. Not limited to just land-based attractions, Marlborough Sounds offers visitors an opportunity to bask in New Zealand's stunning landscapes where mountains meet pristine waters - truly a sight worth beholding.